Sr. Generations Construction Manager

About the role

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Construction Manager for our Houston, TX office. Be involved in projects with our Power and Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provides visionary leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction for WSP’s construction management practice across high-value, complex, and multi-disciplinary projects.
• Serves as the top technical authority in construction delivery, guiding senior leadership, clients, and cross-functional teams through all phases of project execution.
• Oversees large-scale construction programs and ensures successful delivery aligned with WSP’s operational objectives, client goals, and industry best practices.
• Led innovation in construction methods, risk mitigation, and field strategies while mentoring technical leaders and advancing organizational excellence.
• Represents WSP externally as a recognized expert in construction management and contributes to shaping the future of construction practices across the sector.

Requirements

• 15+ years of relevant post-education experience in construction management or related areas.
• Recognized as an enterprise-level subject matter expert in construction management and field operations.
• Proven leadership of large, complex capital construction programs or portfolios across sectors.
• Extensive experience resolving multi-party construction issues involving technical, contractual, and stakeholder challenges.
• Expert knowledge of delivery methods including design-build, CMAR, P3, and hybrid models.
• Track record of leading construction safety initiatives at a programmatic or enterprise scale.
• Strong understanding of enterprise project controls and integration of field metrics with cost and schedule systems.
• Proven success managing multi-disciplinary teams and aligning field operations with strategic business outcomes.
• Experience guiding forensic investigations, claims mitigation, and dispute resolution strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engagement with C-suite executives, boards, and public stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership in advancing construction innovation, technology adoption, and delivery process improvements.
• Recognized presence in professional associations or industry forums as a technical authority.
• Proficiency in construction management platforms (e.g., Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud) and advanced data tools.
• Experience supporting federal, state, and international projects with varying compliance frameworks.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to support contract development, pricing strategies, and risk profiling.
• Leadership in mentoring, coaching, and succession planning for senior construction professionals.
• Experience managing senior-level stakeholder expectations and achieving consensus in high-stakes environments.
• Deep understanding of environmental, sustainability, and resilience-related requirements in field delivery.
• Commitment to organizational integrity, ethical practices, and performance excellence across business units.
• Experience supporting capital program governance, performance audits, and board-level oversight reviews.
• Demonstrated ability to build long-term strategic relationships with clients and contribute to business growth.

Qualifications

• Required: Certified Construction Manager (CCM), PE, or equivalent credential.
• Preferred: OSHA 30-hour safety certification.
• Experience leading construction delivery for infrastructure megaprojects or complex vertical developments.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and advanced analytics platforms.
• Active leadership in CMAA, ASCE, DBIA, or other national construction organizations.

Skills

• Construction Management
• Project Delivery
• Client Relations
• Technical Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Project Controls
• Claims Management
• Forensic Investigations
• Technology Adoption
• Collaboration
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Change Management
• Environmental Sustainability

Benefits

WSP offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings plans. Employees are also afforded a flexible and agile workplace model.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role requires onsite presence on projects located in the mid-West, west Texas, and other regions where WSP is supporting construction management for our customers.

Contact

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience. Please note that WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services.