WSP

Maritime Construction Manager

WSP$90K — $130K *
Miami, FL 33186In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 12 years overseeing large horizontal civil projects.
  • Ability to read and interpret contract documents including various payment formats.
  • Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and materials.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget on marine/heavy civil projects.
  • Track record of upholding safety standards and compliance with company policies.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of construction administration and communication with contractors.
  • Oversee construction oversight, inspection, and quality control.
  • Verify procurement logs and manage documentation for long-lead items.
  • Facilitate decision-making using real-time project data and monitor field implementation.
  • Utilize project documentation software to streamline final documentation.
  • Ensure construction services align with contract requirements and standards.
  • Coordinate and lead design meetings, and assist in dispute resolutions.

Benefits

  • Work with a growing organization focused on maritime construction.
  • Opportunity to influence significant projects in the Southeast U.S.
  • Engage in a collaborative team environment to solve client challenges.
  • Access to professional development and continued learning opportunities.
  • Contribute to safety and ethical standards in the workplace.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Maritime Construction Manager for our Miami, FL office. Other locations include New Orleans, LA. Candidate will be involved in projects with our Maritime Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

This position serves as a key interface with maritime port and terminal operator clients and plays a central role in advancing WSP's maritime construction management presence in the Southeast.
Your Impact
  • Manage and address all aspects of construction administration, including drafting change orders, resolving field issues, interpreting specifications, approving payment applications, verifying implementation of approved design criteria, and communicating with the Contractor on behalf of the Owner.
  • Oversee construction oversight, inspection, quality control, material sampling, field/laboratory testing, and quality assurance.
  • Verify procurement logs, chain of custody documentation for long-lead items such as piles, steel fabrication, concrete elements, appurtenances etc.
  • Facilitate decision-making using real-time project data, review daily reports, and manage/monitor/document/oversee field implementation of RFIs, design changes, and mitigation of contractor non-conformance.
  • Utilize project documentation software systems such as ProjectSolve, GoFormZ, Newforma, and/or Procore for safe, reliable, and actionable data, and to streamline final documentation requirements.
  • Be proficient in MS-Project and/or Primavera P6 and manage scope, schedule, and budget performance across multiple concurrent assignments.
  • Verify all services/construction align with contract requirements, agency standards, approved permits and applicable agency guidelines.
  • Oversee quality (QA) of construction management services, including documentation, reporting, and compliance with project controls practices.
  • Provide senior-level issue resolution on complex construction and contract matters not limited to dredging works, shoreline protection activities, deep foundation installation, marine concrete works, and installation of topsides equipment.
  • Coordinate, lead, and attend all design coordination and construction progress meetings as necessary, or as directed.
  • Be responsive to schedule and review times, and provide the technical assistance necessary to assure contract requirements are met.
  • Function as an intermediary between Contractor and Owner for design-related issues and assist the Owner in dispute resolution.
  • Assist the Owner in defense of project claims including but not limited to generating documents and negotiations of contract modifications, including time extensions.
  • Coordinate with the EOR for clarifications, review contractor mix designs, pile driving and drilling logs, monitor/report on cable stressing operations, observe/spot-check steel rebar placement, and validate pile-driving/caisson lining installations.
  • Follow/implement WSP HS&E guidelines and report any incidents/near misses. Be up to date with all required testing/vaccinations.
  • 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 degree in a relevant field of study (e.g., Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology) or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 12 years' experience overseeing delivery of large horizontal civil projects in a responsible role.
  • Demonstrated ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents and payment formats including lumpsum, unit price, not to exceed price, and time and materials.
  • Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and materials.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budgets on multidisciplinary marine/heavy civil/transportation projects. .
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working as Resident Engineer or Construction Manager on large maritime projects.
  • Experience with construction delivery of multipurpose, container, bulk or LNG terminals.


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About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
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