Ports and Marine Civil/Structural Project Manager

About the role

WSP is seeking a Ports and Marine Project Manager to work from any of its maritime offices in Raleigh, NC; Houston, TX; San Diego/Irvine, CA; or Tampa, FL. The role involves leading maritime projects or groups of smaller capital projects, managing task leaders, schedules, budgets, and client expectations. The successful candidate will contribute to proposal development, design phases, client presentations, and the growth of the team through mentorship and hiring activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff engineers and task leads; perform calculations, prepare drawings, and develop technical specifications.
• Prepare technical studies, reports, and guide/review staff engineering work.
• Oversee calculations, cost estimates, drawings, specifications, and reports; conduct quality‑assurance checks.
• Manage and lead marine facility projects, including cargo terminals (container, bulk, break‑bulk), federal facilities (homeporting piers and shipyards), and projects for port authorities, DoD, private terminals, and public agencies.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary internal and external teams (civil, structural, geotechnical, electrical, mechanical, coastal, fire protection, architecture).
• Prepare alternatives‑analysis reports and presentations for repair projects and capital‑improvement programs.
• Lead review meetings, client presentations, and design charrettes.
• Perform business development and marketing activities; maintain positive client relationships.
• Participate in preparation of technical proposals, presentations, negotiations, and staff estimates.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 7+ years of post‑education experience in engineering with marine, port, and coastal design.
• Professional engineering license (multi‑state preferred).
• Knowledge of maritime‑related codes (ASCE, COPRI, etc.) and DoD criteria (UFC, UFGC).
• Competency in supervising staff using state‑of‑the‑art computer programs.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules, prioritize responsibilities, and adapt quickly in a high‑pressure environment.
• Occasional travel as project requirements dictate.
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card (requires TSA background check).

Preferred qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• Experience designing and managing projects for Port Authorities, the U.S. Navy, or the U.S. Coast Guard.

Benefits

WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model along with a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings plans designed to provide health and financial stability throughout an employee’s career.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 U.S. offices, WSP provides engineering, planning, technical expertise, strategic advisory, and construction‑management services across buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. The company is dedicated to serving local communities and fostering a collaborative culture.