Job Details

Construction Management Local Business Leader

WSP is currently searching for a highly motivated Construction Management Local Business Leader to support our growing construction management practice throughout Idaho and Montana. This is a high impact role, and the successful candidate will have significant input and influence in shaping the future structure and growth of our Construction Services business in Idaho and Montana which is part of our West PMCM District. The preferred location for this position is in our Boise office. The successful candidate will lead and expand market share in transportation and infrastructure, support diversification and growth, drive strategic direction, and lead the operation for financial and staffing growth. The selected candidate will work collaboratively with the other regional business leaders in growing the WSP presence in Idaho and the region and supporting our clients' success.

Your Impact

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive performance of the business, strategically grow our market share and become a preferred provider to our clients
• Maintain strong client relationships, expand work, develop strategic teaming partners
• Coordinate efforts with our Human Resources group, strategically driving the business, managing project performance, overseeing overhead expenditures, and managing the financial metrics involved with running the business.
• Responsible for quality control of field engineering, contract administration, inspection, testing, and surveying on projects
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering or relevant field; or equivalent experience/education combination
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in the Transportation Industry, focusing on a combination of the following: Business and Operations Management, Business Development, Project Management, Program Management with specific experience on highway/road construction
• Professional registration (PE) in Idaho
• Specific expertise in the heavy highway/municipal construction market in Idaho and established relationships with local potential teaming partners
• Strongly established relevant client relationships and industry contacts in the Idaho market
• Solid understanding of current and emerging technical trends that affect the professional construction services business and clients in Idaho and Montana.
• Keen understanding of team building, staff development, pursuit management and client relationship building
• Knowledge of ITD Policies and Procedures and Certifications Required for Inspection and Testing / Training Programs
• Demonstrated and sound decision-making, strategic and visionary thinking, and creative business development capabilities across a multi-disciplined practice
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges.