Associate Project Manager - Power Delivery

About the role

This position will assist Project Managers within the Power Delivery Project Management department in managing various types of transmission and substation projects. This position will be based out of St. Louis, MO with the ability to work remotely from any mutually acceptable location. You must have the ability to travel to a WSP and/or Client office for periodic face to face meetings, if required.

Responsibilities

• Assists Project Managers within the department in managing various types of transmission and substation projects.
• Afforded the ability to work remotely within the regions.
• Works closely with internal teams, clients, vendors, and contractors to facilitate efficient project workflows and ensure deliverables are completed in accordance with project objectives.
• Tracks project progress by tracking key performance indicators, identifying potential risks or delays, and reporting findings to senior team members.
• Maintains project documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, risk assessments, change orders, and project closeout reports.
• Supports the management of project budgets by assisting in tracking expenses, reviewing cost estimates, and ensuring expenditures align with approved budgets.
• Identifies and addresses routine challenges during project execution, escalating complex issues to senior staff when necessary.
• Assesses project risks and issues and provides solutions where applicable.
• Prepares and participates in presentations, reports, and status updates for project meetings, senior management, and clients.
• Facilitates, organizes, attends, and participates in stakeholder meetings.
• Exercises responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adheres to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Performs additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent industry related experience) from an accredited university required – engineering, engineering management, or construction management disciplines.
• Equivalent industry related experience is defined as three (3) + years of professional experience in engineering, construction, and/or electric power industry.
• Basic understanding of project management principles and processes, with a focus on coordination and communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with basic project management software.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with an ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with relevant environmental and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of project management principles and processes, with a focus on coordination and communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with basic project management software.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with an ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with relevant environmental and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Skills

• Project Management Principles and Processes
• Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Organizational and Time-Management Skills
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Environmental and Construction Laws, Codes, Regulations, Compliance Practices, and Record-Keeping Requirements
• Workplace Safety and Health, Safety, Drug/Alcohol, and Harassment Policies

Benefits

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.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is full-time and offers the flexibility to work remotely within the regions.

Contact Information

For more information about this opportunity, please contact [Contact Name] at [Contact Email] or [Contact Phone Number].

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.