WSP

Senior Construction Manager

WSP$167K — $249K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • 12+ years of construction management experience on major infrastructure projects
  • Demonstrated experience with transit, transportation, or public agency projects
  • Experience managing multi-project or program-level CM contracts (e.g., MATOC, IDIQ)
  • Strong knowledge of WSDOT Standard Specifications, Construction Manual, and LAG requirements
  • Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budgets across complex programs
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with company policies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of the Sound Transit CM MATOC, focusing on task order planning and delivery oversight.
  • Manage scope, schedule, and budget performance across concurrent assignments.
  • Ensure alignment of services with contract requirements and agency standards.
  • Oversee quality of construction management services, including documentation and compliance.
  • Resolve complex construction and contract issues at a senior level.
  • Provide technical leadership to Construction Managers and project staff.
  • Support resolution of field issues and constructability challenges.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Retirement savings options
  • Focus on health and financial stability throughout the career.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to lead delivery of our Sound Transit Construction Management (CM) MATOC and support strategic growth across our regional CM practice. This is a senior leadership role responsible for program-level execution, client relationship management, pursuit support, and internal team leadership.

The position serves as a key interface with Sound Transit and other major public agency clients and plays a central role in advancing WSP's construction management presence in the Pacific Northwest.
Your Impact

Program & Contract Manager
  • Lead execution of the Sound Transit CM MATOC, including task order planning, staffing, and delivery oversight. WSP is a sub consultant to multiple firms and the candidate will coordinate with each of our prime consultants.
  • Manage scope, schedule, and budget performance across multiple concurrent assignments
  • Ensure all services align with contract requirements, agency standards, and applicable agency guidelines
  • Oversee quality of construction management services, including documentation, reporting, and compliance with project controls practices
  • Provide senior-level issue resolution on complex construction and contract matters


Construction Management Oversight
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to Construction Managers, Resident Engineers, and inspection staff
  • Support resolution of field issues, utility conflicts, and constructability challenges
  • Perform periodic audits or reviews of project documentation and controls to ensure defensibility and compliance
  • Mentor staff on construction inspection practices, documentation standards, and materials compliance


Client Management & Business Development
  • Serve as a primary client contact for Sound Transit and support broader agency engagement
  • Identify and lead pursuit strategies for new CM opportunities (MATOCs, task orders, and standalone projects)
  • Collaborate with marketing teams to develop proposals, interview strategies, and win themes
  • Maintain and expand relationships with key clients, partners, and subconsultants


Marketing & Strategic Growth
  • Support regional CM growth strategy, including pipeline tracking and positioning for upcoming procurements
  • Contribute to capture planning, teaming strategies, and pricing approaches
  • Participate in industry events and client outreach to strengthen WSP's market presence


People Leadership & Operations
  • Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary CM teams across multiple projects
  • Monitor staffing needs, ensure appropriate resource allocation, and support recruitment efforts
  • Provide mentorship, performance guidance, and career development support for staff
  • Promote a collaborative, safety-focused, and solution-oriented team culture
  • 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.


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Who You Are

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • 12+ years of construction management experience on major infrastructure projects
  • Demonstrated experience with transit, transportation, or public agency projects
  • Experience managing multi-project or program-level CM contracts (e.g., MATOC, IDIQ)
  • Strong knowledge of WSDOT Standard Specifications, Construction Manual, and LAG requirements
  • Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budgets across complex programs
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer (PE) or CCM certification
  • Experience working with Sound Transit or similar agencies
  • Established relationships in the Pacific Northwest infrastructure market
  • Demonstrated success in proposal development and business capture


Compensation and Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

Expected Salary: $167,800- $249,150

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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Founded
1959

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