Senior Construction Project Manager

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager for Dallas, TX to lead the delivery of large complex industrial construction projects. This role is responsible for overseeing large-scale construction projects supporting client delivery, driving execution from planning through commissioning.

The ideal candidate brings a strong combination of strategic leadership, technical expertise, and client-facing experience, with a proven ability to deliver high-value projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Champion site safety performance and compliance through executive engagement and strategic oversight.

• Lead end-to-end delivery of construction projects and industrial environments 

• Provide strategic oversight across all phases: planning, design coordination, construction, and closeout 

• Direct multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution 

• Drive schedule, cost, quality, and safety performance across multiple concurrent projects

Technical Construction Oversight

• Guide construction execution strategies, logistics planning, and constructability reviews 

• Review design deliverables to ensure alignment with project requirements, cost efficiency, and compliance standards 

• Lead QA/QC programs, including inspection readiness and corrective action management 

• Advise clients and internal leadership on project risks, delivery models, and technical solutions

Contract & Budget Management

• Oversee contract administration, including negotiation of contracts and change orders 

• Manage project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control 

• Evaluate and approve scope, cost, and schedule changes to ensure alignment with project objectives

Compliance & Risk Management

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all regulatory and company standards 

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to construction delivery, logistics, and project execution 

• Monitor project performance through KPIs related to safety, quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability

Client and Business Leadership

• Serve as primary client interface, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction 

• Support business development efforts, including proposals, pursuits, and client presentations 

• Collaborate with senior leadership to align project execution with broader business strategy 

• Mentor and develop project teams, fostering a high-performance culture

• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

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Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field OR equivalent
• 15+ years of experience in construction project management, with emphasis on large, complex projects 
• Demonstrated success delivering large industrial construction projects 
• Strong knowledge of construction delivery methods, contract structures, and project controls 
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams 
• Proficiency in construction management platforms (e.g., Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, e-Builder) 
• Strong understanding of construction codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements 
• Excellent communication and client management skills 
• OSHA 10-hour certification (or ability to obtain)