**This Opportunity** WSP is seeking a **Construction Manager** to oversee and coordinate construction projects within the private sector in the **Philadelphia, PA** area for the Philadelphia Water Department. These projects are all located within the City of Philadelphia. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and supervising a team of up to six inspectors. The Construction Manager will play a crucial role in delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standard for our client. **Your Impact** Project Management: + Oversee all phases of construction projects from inception to completion. + Reviews project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with stakeholders. + Coordinate resources, materials, and equipment necessary for project execution. Team Leadership: + Supervise and mentor a team of up to six inspectors, providing guidance and support. + Conduct regular team meetings to discuss project progress, challenges, and solutions. + Foster a collaborative and productive work environment. Quality Assurance: + Ensure that all construction activities comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and local codes. + Conduct regular site inspections and audits to assess compliance and quality. + Address any quality issues promptly and implement corrective actions as necessary. Communication and Reporting: + Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies. + Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders. + Maintain clear and open lines of communication with all project participants. Risk Management: + Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. + Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to ensure on-time delivery. + Resolve conflicts and issues that may arise during the construction process. Budget Management: + Track project expenses and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints. + Review and approve invoices and change orders in collaboration with finance teams. + Analyze financial reports and recommend cost-saving measures when applicable. **Who You Are** Required Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree in construction management. + 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in construction management, with a proven track record in the private sector. + Experience supervising teams, particularly in a construction or engineering environment. + OSHA certification and knowledge of safety regulations. + Strong leadership and team management skills. + Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. + Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and other relevant tools. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts effectively. \#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.