Junior Deputy Construction Manager

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Full‑Time Junior Deputy Construction Manager

A WSP U.S. “full‑time” Junior Deputy Construction Manager may be based in any of the following U.S. offices:
Tempe/Phoenix, AZ;
San Diego, CA;
Chicago, IL;
Austin, TX;
Houston, TX;
Dallas, TX;
Tampa, FL;
Las Vegas, NV.

The successful candidate will provide construction and technical direction on building/facilities construction projects. Our ideal candidate will have experience overseeing small‑to‑medium, multi‑disciplinary projects from assignment through commissioning, close‑out, and turnover to client.

• Support the Project Manager in tendering works, bid reviews and bid analysis.
• Assist in managing construction projects once contracts are awarded.
• Coordinate contractors.
• Monitor budgets and schedules to meet cost and delivery commitments.
• Conduct construction monitoring and produce weekly status reports.
• Maintain a weekly construction log in a concise, professional style.
• Record and document significant verbal,telephone,media communication.
• QC and resolve poor‑quality fabrication, installation or material issues.
• Control change orders including contractual requirements.
• Ensure safety, comply with WSP and USPS SH&E standards.
• Participate in project start‑up meetings and safety documentation.
• Respond to RFIs, material/submittal submittals and shop drawings.
• Interface with client as required.
• Deliver project turnover documentation: as‑built drawings, training manuals, OEM installation/operation & maintenance manuals.
• Test and commission equipment and systems.
• Field assignments are local and regional; overnight travel may reach 100%.
• Implement standards per USPS/WSP program requirements; seek guidance from senior construction managers.
• Understand construction processes.
• Demonstrate construction‑management skills: integrate, scope, time, cost, quality assurance, change‑priority and communication for project info handling.
• Ensure projects finish on schedule, within budget, and meet quality and contract standards.
• Maintain clear record‑keeping per contract and regulatory needs.
• Comply with all USPS/WSP environmental, health & safety rules.
• Buildings: offices, light‑industrial, maintenance facilities.

• Bachelor’s in construction, engineering or related field.
• 1‑3 years in construction management or allied disciplines.
• Self‑motivated, entrepreneurial, proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, MS Project; familiar with Blue Beam, AutoCAD; knowledge of Procore is a plus.
• 5+ years supervising resources on light‑industrial or commercial projects.
• Strong communication, environmental/safety regulatory compliance, negotiation and construction‑management capabilities.
• Organized, dependable, efficient, detail‑oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience with technical disciplines.
• Strong organizational skill.
• Read, interpret, blueprints, drawings, diagrams, floor plans, shop drawings, specifications, schedules related to architecture, civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and building structures.

• Stoop, sit, stand, or remain on feet for extended periods in field testing.
• Work in varying office and field settings.
• Travel 100% – overnight stays, flexible hours.
• Pass drug test, background check, company Motor Vehicle Record check.

Salary: $67,600 – $111,650 (subject to qualification, location, and equity).

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, vacation, parental leave, and paid leave for bereavement, voting, and statutory events.

WSP USA is a U.S. operating company with 15,000+ employees in 300+ offices nationwide. We partner with clients to. Our focus is designing lasting solutions in building, transportation, energy, water and environment.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• management and manufacturing
• professional services

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