Support financial, project management, backlog and utilization reporting requirements.
Position will serve as primary interface with client representatives
Must have ability to make quick decisions requiring sound judgment and experience
Interact with regulatory agencies, construction contractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
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 Engineering, Geology or Business, is preferred; along with measurable experience managing teams, projects, and client development
7-10+ years of industry experience with leading teams, managing projects and sound knowledge of laboratory tests, field testing and special inspections
Excellent organization skills and ability to multi-task
Positive experience dealing directly with client representatives
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships as well as experience in proposal preparation
Strong work ethic, and demonstrated ability to work on project teams
Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge on AMRL and CCRL Laboratory Accreditations
Knowledge of NQA-1 programs desired but not required
PE desired but not required
Local presence and contacts in the East Tennessee construction market
