Construction Manager, Federal Programs

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Construction Manager, Federal Programs with the potential to work out of either Richmond, VA or Virginia Beach, VA.

Employee should expect to be full time on the project site in James City, VA and does not need to check in or out of the assigned office daily

Your Impact

Pre-construction phase:

• Assist in site selection and feasibility analysis
• Conduct constructability reviews of design documents
• Coordinate cost estimating and budget development efforts by our Estimating Team
• Lead project planning and schedule preparation effort and coordinate with project controls team
• Support client during project procurement phase and contractor selection
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other consultants, in-house and outside consultants

Construction phase:

• Identify and manage potential risks, mitigate or minimize
• Monitor project progress against schedule and budget
• Manage project change and recommend actions
• Oversee quality control and safety compliance
• Review project activities with client, designer, and contractor’s field supervision resolving any issues
• Oversee materials testing activities
• Review daily inspection reports and other project documentation
• Facilitate communication between the owner, design team, and contractors
• Conduct daily site visits and progress meetings
• Analyze project data to identify cost-savings opportunities
• Provide recommendations for project scope adjustments as needed
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent
• 7+ years of relevant construction experience
• A demonstrated ability to read and completely understand contract documents
• Deep understanding of construction practices, building codes, and project delivery methods
• Successful relationship with clients and team members in the field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Proven experience in construction management, preferably with a focus on owner representation
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.
• Ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle driving record check.
• EIT registration.

• 10+ years of relevant construction experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT registration.

• 10+ years of relevant construction experience.