This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Aviation Baggage Handling System (BHS) Project Manager to work out of our Atlanta Airport Project Site Office for Delta Airlines.
Be involved in projects with our Aviation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.
Our Aviation Technical Excellence Center provides engineering and planning services for airports facilities, terminals and supports WSP's projects around the world. The Aviation team works on multiple projects simultaneously, in close coordination with other technical departments.
At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach- and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!
Your Impact
Design and develop baggage handling systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to determine the best solutions for baggage handling needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, architects, and other engineers, to integrate BHS into overall airport infrastructure.
Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of BHS equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to BHS operations.
Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, reports, and user manuals.
Ensure all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in baggage handling technology and industry best practices.
Establish and actively drive the appropriate levels of technical review required for the project, selecting appropriately qualified staff to perform the required reviews, and adherence to the QA/QC plan, as applicable.
Ensure and maintain a record of each review and the disposition of review comments and all correspondence leaving the project.
Mentor project team members to support their growth and professional development.
Perform margin analyses, establishing margin goals and risk contingencies.
Participate in the technical aspects of contract negotiation, presentation, and meetings.
Conduct and facilitate project kick-off meetings with key stakeholders.
Work collaboratively with Project Accounting to monitor and track project metrics, estimated time-to-completion, cash management, and budgeted margin for an assigned portfolio of projects.
Oversee management of budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, cost and change management and control.
Coordinate with area/technical managers to address project resource and subcontracting requirements in a timely manner.
Maintain regular communications with the client including reporting on monthly status, safety incidents, and major issues together with scope and budget impacts.
Participate in problem project reviews, providing input about root cause issues and potential solutions to leadership and other stakeholders.
Provide regular project reporting and updates to clients, technical area, and business unit managers, identifying any emergent issues with scope, risk, and/or budget.
Monitor accounts receivable (AR) and unbilled revenue, working to address issues as needed.
Work with the Procurement Department to closeout procurements and/or supplier agreements as appropriate.
Complete formal project closeout activities, along with conducting and documenting a lessons-learned meeting with key project staff.
Remain current in the latest Project Management techniques and practices (PMAP).
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related major, or equivalent experience in a technical or engineering firm.
Essential project management certification required (e.g., PMP, CAP-M).
10+ years of relevant post education experience in a project management role within our industry.
Able to review contract documentation at all stages of the project
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with PGDS, ISAT, TRR
Strong airside and landside experience on large hub U.S. commercial airports
Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contracts on project-related matters
Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients
Valid driver's license, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Hire is contingent upon client approval, being able to obtain an airport badge, and the successful completion of a background check which will be initiated upon receipt of your signed offer letter. Also, as a condition of employment, it is required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship, permanent residency in the U.S., or current authorization to work in the U.S. within (3) days of your start date.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical work week.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
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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.
