Transmission Line Project Manager - Remote

WSP is seeking a Transmission Line Project Manager to join our Power & Energy Program Management Team in Burnsville, MN. The following locations will also be considered: Freeport, Minneapolis, Duluth, MN and Columbus, Wisconsin Rapids, Appleton, Plover, Onalaska, Madison, and Milwaukee, WI. This opportunity is also offered remotely from a mutually acceptable office located in MN or WI.

About the role

The successful candidate will manage technical, schedule, quality, and financial aspects of Power and Energy Transmission Line projects. Responsibilities include managing and developing client relationships, marketing WSP’s Power Delivery services, and ensuring project excellence throughout the project lifecycle—from proposal to closeout. This role provides leadership for high voltage and EHV Transmission Line projects, supporting company, regional, and national business goals.

Occasional travel to a WSP and/or client office for periodic face-to-face meetings is required. This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management leadership for small, medium, and large-scale high voltage and EHV Transmission Line projects, ensuring adherence to budgets, forecasts, margins, KPIs, and contractual obligations.
• Develop and foster effective strategies to engage project stakeholders, maintain relationships, and report on project progress.
• Participate in and, at times, lead contract negotiations and client presentations.
• Provide verbal and written inputs to multi-disciplinary project teams and contribute strategic advice to clients.
• Manage and provide performance guidance to assigned staff, including leading project kick-off meetings.
• Maintain regular client communications, reporting on monthly status, safety incidents, and major issues with scope and budget impacts.
• Participate in and oversee problem project reviews, identifying root causes and assisting with project recovery plans.
• Ensure regular project reporting and updates to clients, technical teams, and business unit managers, highlighting emergent issues with scope, risk, or budget.
• Complete formal project closeout activities, including facilitating and documenting lessons-learned meetings.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in a project management role.
• 3+ years of experience leading engineering and/or construction teams on medium to large electrical utility-scale projects for high voltage and/or extra high voltage transmission lines.
• Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools, including:
  • Contract Management
  • External and Internal Team Meeting Management
  • Earned Value Management
  • Change Management
  • Risk Management
  • Schedule Management (including CPM project schedules such as Primavera P6 or equivalent)
  • Financial Management
• Highly proficient understanding of the project delivery process within the Power Delivery/Utility industry.
• Advanced proficiency in analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills, with business acumen to bridge project management and business objectives.
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with leadership, subcontractors, and employees at all levels.
• Strong self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and adaptability to changing priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance to mid-level and senior team members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Advanced proficiency in technical writing, office automation, relevant software (e.g., MS Office suite, Visio, Project, SharePoint), and PM tools.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management and external stakeholders.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol policies.
• Strong adaptability to changing schedules and project-specific requirements, with occasional travel as needed.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid sick leave, vacation (or other personal time), and parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected salary (all locations): $119,600 - $174,400. WSP USA provides this range based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal equity. The company reserves the right to adjust compensation and benefits based on specific circumstances.

Expected salary (Colorado only): $111,200 - $186,100. This range reflects the company’s good-faith estimate for the state of Colorado, considering similar factors.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global leader in engineering and professional services. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environmental markets. With over 15,000 employees in 300+ offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to help communities prosper. WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model while providing comprehensive benefits to support employees’ health and financial stability throughout their careers.