Overview
WSP USA is seeking a Senior Consultant in Ports and Marine Engineering to join their National Maritime Practice Group, providing engineering support for port, marine, and intermodal rail terminal projects. The position is available in multiple locations across the United States.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership for engineering tasks including data collection and analysis for project development.
- Lead development of construction plans, schedules, specifications, and cost estimates for ports and marine projects.
- Coordinate field work activities and implement site safety activity plans.
- Lead cross-functional teams to execute project work on mid-level and concurrent smaller projects.
- Write technical reports and generate documentation of findings using various engineering software.
- Develop project design requirements while incorporating marine-practice engineering standards.
- Create computer structural analytical finite element models for marine structures.
- Prepare design documentation for structural components including deep foundation systems.
- Prepare project task budgets and schedules for review.
- Present findings and recommendations to team members and clients.
- Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients professionally.
- Conduct inspections of port terminals and assess conditions of elements.
- Exercise ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to company policies.
- Complete assigned trainings and perform additional responsibilities as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in marine project-specific design.
- EIT or similar certification/licensure.
- Proficiency in SAP2000 and/or equivalent finite element software.
- Experience with AutoCAD, REVIT, and other related BIM tools.
- Demonstrated construction experience in ports and marine projects.
- Understanding of multidisciplinary team coordination and design standards.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, proficient in technical report writing.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety policies.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO