What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager-Geoscientist/ Seller Doer position at WSP in the U.S.?
Job Description
This Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager and Seller/Doer to lead environmental site characterization and remediation projects in our Brentwood, TN, Knoxville, TN, Memphis, TN, or Birmingham, AL offices. This role combines technical project management skills with business development responsibilities. The successful candidate will be tasked with managing each phase of site assessment and remediation, while actively engaging clients and developing new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
ABOUT US
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.
www.wsp.com
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.
This Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager and Seller/Doer to lead environmental site characterization and remediation projects in our Brentwood, TN, Knoxville, TN, Memphis, TN, or Birmingham, AL offices. This role combines technical project management skills with business development responsibilities. The successful candidate will be tasked with managing each phase of site assessment and remediation, while actively engaging clients and developing new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage environmental site characterization and remediation projects, focusing on technical excellence and client satisfaction.
- Develop and execute project plans, budgets, schedules, and deliverables in accordance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
- Coordinate field assessments, sampling programs, data analysis, and report preparation for soil, groundwater, and vapor intrusion assessments.
- Oversee remediation design, implementation, operation, and monitoring.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, regulators, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identify new business opportunities, prepare proposals, and lead presentations to prospective clients.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Mentor and supervise project staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Strong commitment to health and safety protocols during all project phases.
- Track and report project financial performance, proactively managing risks and changes.
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
- 5 years of progressive experience in environmental site characterization and remediation project management.
- Demonstrated success in client development and business growth within the environmental consulting industry.
- Strong understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, state-specific programs).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical report writing and proposal development.
- Proven leadership and team management abilities.
- Proficiency with project management software and tools.
- Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PE, PG) preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and current 8-Hour Refresher (required)
- Flexibility to travel based on project-specific or business development requirements.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Strong networking skills and a passion for building lasting client relationships.
ABOUT US
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.
www.wsp.com
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.