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WSP is seeking a Project Manager for our Power Delivery Project Management team located in Amarillo, TX. Flexibility is available for a hybrid work environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for initiating and executing Power Delivery projects, managing and developing client relationships, and marketing POWER's Power Delivery services to existing and new clients in the respective region.
This Opportunity
Provides project management for the development, execution, management, control and monitoring of high voltage and EHV substation, Transmission and Distribution projects in support of company, regional, and national business line goals. Ensures responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle (proposal phase, planning and project startup, project execution, reporting, and project closeout) are adhered to, delivered, and audited with a level of quality that meets or exceeds corporate and client project excellence and delivery standards. Provides innovation, administration, and pragmatic direction to address current and future project management challenges in a rapidly changing and complex business and operations climate.
As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help.
Your Impact
- Provide PM leadership for small/medium/large scale/more complex high voltage and high voltage and EHV substation, Transmission and Distribution projects ensuring support for preparing and overseeing project detailed design, budgets, forecasts, margins and KPIs, monitoring external events and risk contingencies, ensuring satisfactory performance, and managing the contractual obligations to deliver the project or assigned portfolio of assigned project(s) as defined in the contract and client’s expectations.
- Develop and foster effective strategies to engage project stakeholders at all levels, maintain effective relationships, and report on project progress.
- Provide guidance with pursuit/initiation activities for projects meeting defined criteria or risk profile; including “Go / No-Go” decisions, contract reviews, risk mitigation strategies, pricing reviews, etc.
- May participate, and at times, lead the contract negotiations and client presentations.
- Actively drive the appropriate levels of technical review required for the project, selecting appropriately qualified staff to perform the required reviews, and adherence to the QA/QC plan.
- Provide verbal and/or written inputs to multi-disciplinary project teams and contribute to providing high level strategic advice to clients.
- Manage and provide performance guidance and leadership to assigned staff.
- Ensure updates occur with system and process documentation including: Risk (REF/RMP), Project Management Plan (PMP), Project Quality Plan (QP), Project Safety (PSP), and Communications Plan where applicable.
- Lead project kick-off meetings with key stakeholders.
- Coordinate with area/technical managers to address project resource and subcontracting requirements in a timely manner.
- Maintain regular communications with the client including reporting on monthly status, safety incidents, and major issues together with scope and budget impacts.
- Participate in and oversee problem project reviews, providing input about root cause issues and potential solutions. Assist with developing project recovery plans.
- Ensure regular project reporting and updates are provided to clients, technical areas, and business unit managers, identifying any emergent issues with scope, risk, and/or budget.
- Complete formal project closeout activities, along with facilitating and documenting a lessons-learned meeting with key project staff.
- Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Engineering, Construction Management or other related field within the Power & Energy Market.
- 12 years of relevant post education experience in a project management role within the Power Delivery/Utility Industry.
- Minimum of 5 years applicable industry experience working and/or providing engineering services for IOUs, IPPs, Co-Ops, Munis, etc.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience leading engineering and/or construction teams on medium to large electrical utility scale clients for high voltage and EHV substation, Transmission and Distribution type projects.
- Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools required, including:
- Contract Management
- External and Internal Team Meeting Management
- Earned Value Management
- Change Management
- Risk Management
- Schedule Management (this includes experience with CPM project schedules such as Primavera P6 or equivalent)
- Financial Management
- Highly proficient understanding of project delivery process within the Power Delivery/Utility industry and strong background and experience in project management.
- Advanced proficiency with analytical and organizational skills, with business acumen to bridge the business and project management.
- Advanced proficiency with critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make assessments and calculations involving the application of project management principles, with a sound understanding of intent, impact, and optimal outcomes.
- Advanced proficiency with interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively, persuasively, and tactfully with leadership, subcontractors, and employees at all levels of the organization.
- Excellent self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and adjusting readily to the changing prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, relevant software, MS Office suite products (e.g., Word, Excel, Visio, Project, SharePoint), technology, spreadsheets, and PM tools.
- Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, subcontractors, consultants, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exists.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet project-specific needs. Occasional travel is required and travel frequency will depend on client and project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP Certification
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
INTRODUCTION
WSP is seeking a Project Manager for our Power Delivery Project Management team located in Amarillo, TX. Flexibility is available for a hybrid work environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for initiating and executing Power Delivery projects, managing and developing client relationships, and marketing POWER's Power Delivery services to existing and new clients in the respective region.
This Opportunity
Provides project management for the development, execution, management, control and monitoring of high voltage and EHV substation, Transmission and Distribution projects in support of company, regional, and national business line goals. Ensures responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle (proposal phase, planning and project startup, project execution, reporting, and project closeout) are adhered to, delivered, and audited with a level of quality that meets or exceeds corporate and client project excellence and delivery standards. Provides innovation, administration, and pragmatic direction to address current and future project management challenges in a rapidly changing and complex business and operations climate.
As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help.
Your Impact
- Provide PM leadership for small/medium/large scale/more complex high voltage and high voltage and EHV substation, Transmission and Distribution projects ensuring support for preparing and overseeing project detailed design, budgets, forecasts, margins and KPIs, monitoring external events and risk contingencies, ensuring satisfactory performance, and managing the contractual obligations to deliver the project or assigned portfolio of assigned project(s) as defined in the contract and client’s expectations.
- Develop and foster effective strategies to engage project stakeholders at all levels, maintain effective relationships, and report on project progress.
- Provide guidance with pursuit/initiation activities for projects meeting defined criteria or risk profile; including “Go / No-Go” decisions, contract reviews, risk mitigation strategies, pricing reviews, etc.
- May participate, and at times, lead the contract negotiations and client presentations.
- Actively drive the appropriate levels of technical review required for the project, selecting appropriately qualified staff to perform the required reviews, and adherence to the QA/QC plan.
- Provide verbal and/or written inputs to multi-disciplinary project teams and contribute to providing high level strategic advice to clients.
- Manage and provide performance guidance and leadership to assigned staff.
- Ensure updates occur with system and process documentation including: Risk (REF/RMP), Project Management Plan (PMP), Project Quality Plan (QP), Project Safety (PSP), and Communications Plan where applicable.
- Lead project kick-off meetings with key stakeholders.
- Coordinate with area/technical managers to address project resource and subcontracting requirements in a timely manner.
- Maintain regular communications with the client including reporting on monthly status, safety incidents, and major issues together with scope and budget impacts.
- Participate in and oversee problem project reviews, providing input about root cause issues and potential solutions. Assist with developing project recovery plans.
- Ensure regular project reporting and updates are provided to clients, technical areas, and business unit managers, identifying any emergent issues with scope, risk, and/or budget.
- Complete formal project closeout activities, along with facilitating and documenting a lessons-learned meeting with key project staff.
- Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Engineering, Construction Management or other related field within the Power & Energy Market.
- 12 years of relevant post education experience in a project management role within the Power Delivery/Utility Industry.
- Minimum of 5 years applicable industry experience working and/or providing engineering services for IOUs, IPPs, Co-Ops, Munis, etc.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience leading engineering and/or construction teams on medium to large electrical utility scale clients for high voltage and EHV substation, Transmission and Distribution type projects.
- Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools required, including:
- Contract Management
- External and Internal Team Meeting Management
- Earned Value Management
- Change Management
- Risk Management
- Schedule Management (this includes experience with CPM project schedules such as Primavera P6 or equivalent)
- Financial Management
- Highly proficient understanding of project delivery process within the Power Delivery/Utility industry and strong background and experience in project management.
- Advanced proficiency with analytical and organizational skills, with business acumen to bridge the business and project management.
- Advanced proficiency with critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make assessments and calculations involving the application of project management principles, with a sound understanding of intent, impact, and optimal outcomes.
- Advanced proficiency with interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively, persuasively, and tactfully with leadership, subcontractors, and employees at all levels of the organization.
- Excellent self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and adjusting readily to the changing prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, relevant software, MS Office suite products (e.g., Word, Excel, Visio, Project, SharePoint), technology, spreadsheets, and PM tools.
- Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, subcontractors, consultants, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exists.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet project-specific needs. Occasional travel is required and travel frequency will depend on client and project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP Certification
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Project Consultant Jobs at WSP
Align your credentials to WSP's practice areas
WSP organizes Project Consultant hiring around disciplines like transportation, environmental services, and built environment. Tailor your resume to reflect the specific practice area you're targeting, not just general consulting experience. Discipline-specific framing strengthens your specialty occupation case for H-1B or E-3 petitions.
Target WSP offices in high-demand markets
WSP concentrates Project Consultant hiring in cities with major infrastructure activity. Applying to offices in those markets improves your odds because active project pipelines create real headcount need, which directly influences whether a hiring manager will pursue sponsorship for an international candidate.
Clarify your OPT or CPT authorization early
If you're on F-1 status, confirm with your DSO whether your Project Consultant role qualifies under STEM OPT extension before your first interview. WSP recruits from engineering and planning programs, and starting that conversation early prevents timeline gaps between your OPT end date and an H-1B cap-subject filing.
Understand how WSP structures the LCA filing
Before your offer is finalized, ask your WSP recruiter whether the Labor Condition Application will reflect your assigned office location or a client site. DOL requires the LCA to cover the actual work location, and Project Consultants often rotate between sites, which can affect the prevailing wage determination.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Project Consultant roles by visa type
Not every WSP posting flags sponsorship availability upfront. Use Migrate Mate to filter Project Consultant openings at WSP by the visa types you hold or need, so you're applying to positions where sponsorship is already confirmed rather than finding out late in the process.
Prepare for a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S.
WSP's specialty occupation petitions for Project Consultants require clear equivalency between your foreign degree and a U.S. bachelor's in a directly related field. Commission a NACES-member evaluation before your offer stage so the documentation is ready when your employer submits the I-129 to USCIS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does WSP sponsor H-1B visas for Project Consultants?
Yes, WSP sponsors H-1B visas for Project Consultants. The role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation because it requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a field like engineering, environmental science, planning, or a related discipline. WSP has an established immigration process, and sponsorship is handled through the firm's internal HR and legal teams once an offer is extended.
Which visa types are commonly used for Project Consultant roles at WSP?
Project Consultants at WSP are commonly sponsored on H-1B, E-3 visa (for Australian citizens), and TN visa (for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying NAFTA categories). F-1 OPT and CPT holders are also hired into this role, with H-1B cap-subject or cap-exempt filings typically following once OPT authorization nears its end.
What qualifications does WSP expect for a Project Consultant role?
WSP typically looks for a bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, urban planning, or a closely related technical field. For international candidates, relevant project experience in infrastructure, advisory, or environmental work strengthens both your application and the specialty occupation argument required for visa sponsorship. Licensure or professional accreditation is valued but not always required at the consultant level.
How do I apply for Project Consultant jobs at WSP?
You can search and apply for Project Consultant roles at WSP directly through their careers portal or use Migrate Mate to filter openings by visa type so you're only seeing positions where sponsorship aligns with your status. When applying, address the specific practice area and office location in your materials. Sponsorship discussions typically happen after a hiring manager expresses interest, so lead with your qualifications.
How do I manage the timing between my OPT expiration and an H-1B filing at WSP?
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed once per year, with USCIS accepting registrations in March for an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're selected in the lottery, a cap-gap extension automatically bridges that period for F-1 students. Starting conversations with WSP's HR team well before your OPT end date gives them enough lead time to file correctly.