This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Assistant Vice President-Project Manager for our Novi, MI office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. 

• Manage environmental projects, site characterization, remedial designs, and preparation of reports and other related documentation
• Development of new clients
• Network with new and existing clients to effectively position for and develop work opportunities
• Prepare contract proposals and cost estimates
• Manage project contracts, staff, budgets and schedules
• Manage field work for site characterization and site remediation, including oversight of subcontractors, and sampling of soil and ground water in accordance with state and Federal regulations and protocols
• Perform, analyze and report on specific environmental project tasks under general supervision and research and recommend solutions to technical problems in accordance with accepted scientific/engineering practices and principles
• Participation and collaboration with other WSP offices and staff on larger, multidisciplinary assignments
• Work with and mentor junior and mid-level staff on environmental projects
• Work effectively with team members as well as independently

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, or environmental sciences
• Experience across a range of commercial, industrial, and federal sectors. Experience with Federal entities is preferred.
• 10 years relevant experience with increasing levels of project complexity and management responsibility
• Track record of performance in a seller-doer culture (business development/client management)
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in State and Federal regulations and processes
• PE or PG or other applicable registration preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills, strong desire to provide excellent, innovative, practical customer services and a commitment to technical excellence
• Must be well organized, have the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at one time, deliver on time and on budget
• Demonstrated supervisory experience for field contract services and hands-on training of junior personnel
• Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy
• Proficient in MS Project
• Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator / Fit for Duty Exam / Medical Exam.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Some daytime and overnight travel is expected (20-30% of the time)

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree in engineering, geology or environmental sciences