DescriptionOur Business
We are a global leader in environmental consulting with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. We have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
This Opportunity
WSP is seeking a Lead Environmental Project Manager for our Novi, Michigan office with a minimum of 10 years of experience to effectively develop and manage project work, implement and oversee sites assessment, remediation, demolition and other related environmental projects in support of State, Local, Federal, Industrial, and commercial clientele. This exciting opportunity offers a growth position in a team-oriented environment for an individual with an established track record as a Seller/Doer. Candidate should have a successful track record executing and managing environmental projects. Local projects include environmental assessments and studies, environmental remediation, decommissioning and demolition, multi-disciplinary projects, and environmental services. Candidate should be self-motivated and able to work on projects with variable complexity with the desire and ability to build a strong support team.
Your Impact
- 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; Some daytime and overnight travel is expected (20-30% of the time)
- Work with and mentor junior and mid-level staff on environmental projects
- Work effectively with team members as well as independently
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- B.S. or M.S. graduate, with directly related degree in engineering, geology, or environmental sciences
- Experience across a range of commercial, industrial, and federal sectors. Experience with Federal entities is preferred.
- 7-10+ 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
