**Our Business** We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined 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 an experienced **Lead Geotechnical Project Manager** to work within our Engineered Construction service line executing a wide range of projects related to energy, industrial/commercial, and government sectors. Position would include business development and client management, project and program management, and technical execution of projects, (>$250k) related to conventional and renewable energy projects, transportation structures, industrial/commercial development, and government services. **Work Location** : Role would be based in our **Durham, North Carolina** location. **Your Impact** The successful candidate should be flexible in assignments, willing to travel periodically, and eager to learn. Technical services work areas include: + Leadership of projects, and business development efforts with geotechnical / materials focus for various clients and sectors + Coordination with clients to define work programs and budgets, provided leadership and strategy including general oversight and planning, and project management + Support staff development through mentoring + Develop and enhance key client relationships and would serve as a primary company and contact on projects + Full managerial responsibility for all aspects of a project including safety, scope development, contract negotiations, cost control, staff management, quality control and cash management on large projects + Coordinate work efforts and provide senior review of work performed + Manage and deliver quality projects safely, on-time, within budget and to the satisfaction of the client **Who You Are** **Required Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering + Minimum of 7-10 years of related experience in geotechnical projects + Licensed North Carolina Professional engineer is required (SC also preferred) + Must have strong oral/written communication skills and ability to work well in teams + Individual must have a strong industry reputation and knowledge of Raleigh market + Must be proficient in MS Office Suit (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) **Preferred Qualifications** + Masters in Geotechnical Engineering + Project management experience + Knowledge of geotechnical software, (slope stability, settlement, deep foundations, finite element modeling, etc.) \#LI-RR1 **About WSP** WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. **NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:** WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.