Intermediate Project Manager at WSP in Canada

Job Description

The Opportunity:

WSP is seeking a skilled Intermediate Project Manager to join our Construction Services team. To thrive in this environment, you most likely possess a technical diploma or engineering degree, are familiar with construction materials testing and inspection services, and have experience in the road and building construction environment.

This opportunity is to join the WSP team responsible for the execution of projects in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) . Please note we will consider candidates based in various locations throughout Canada, but this opportunity will be based in one of our GTA offices. **

Why WSP?**

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

A day in the life:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets in alignment with company objectives.
• Set up and manage projects according to the various work instructions and directives, protocols and procedures arising from our health and safety systems, quality control and company policies.
• Provide guidance, motivation, and direction to project team members in the areas of construction materials testing including soil compaction testing, field concrete testing, asphalt sampling / testing, and all aspects of testing and inspection quality assurance programs.
• Coordinate field tasks, including tasks that involve multiple teams as well as subcontractors.
• Be responsible for monitoring and controlling budgets, expenses and schedules.
• Provide updates on project progress and forecast trends to the management team.
• Interact with the accounting team to ensure compliance with client billing requirements, preparation of invoices, and assistance in facilitating timely payment.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and develop relationships with existing key customers.
• Ensure all aspects of the project comply with nuclear industry regulations and standards.
• Enforce safety protocols and promote a culture of safety on-site.
• Be accountable to the health, safety, financial and quality objectives of the projects.
• Assist in proposal writing and coordinate proposal contributors as appropriate.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• Engineering technology diploma or Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• More than 2 years’ experience in construction project management or materials testing and inspection project management.
• Experience in projects related to road reconstruction, building construction, site grading, and overall site development is desirable.
• Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and Adobe Acrobat software.
• Eligible for membership with OACETT an asset.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Project management certification (PMP or equivalent) is a plus.
• Hold a valid driver's license.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.