This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Street Zero Vision Program Manager ! This position can sit out of any mutually agreed WSP US Office .
The Street Zero Vision Program Manager will lead the development, implementation, and management of Vision Zero initiatives aimed at eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries on streets. This role involves strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and program evaluation to advance the city's commitment to road safety and ensure a holistic approach to traffic safety management.
Your Impact
Key Responsibilities:
Program Development and Management:
Develop and implement Vision Zero strategies, policies, and programs.
Create and oversee detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Coordinate with city departments, agencies, and external partners to align efforts and resources.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
Analyze traffic accident data to identify trends, risk factors, and high-priority areas.
Prepare regular reports on program progress, performance metrics, and outcomes.
Use data-driven insights to refine strategies and improve program effectiveness.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Collaborate with community organizations, advocacy groups, and other stakeholders to promote Vision Zero goals.
Conduct public outreach and educational campaigns to raise awareness about traffic safety.
Facilitate workshops, meetings, and forums to gather input and feedback from the community.
Policy and Advocacy:
Advocate for policy changes and infrastructure improvements that support Vision Zero objectives.
Stay informed about best practices, new technologies, and legislative developments related to traffic safety.
Work with elected officials and policymakers to advance Vision Zero initiatives.
Program Evaluation and Improvement:
Monitor and evaluate the impact of Vision Zero programs and initiatives.
Identify areas for improvement and make recommendations based on evaluation findings.
Ensure continuous improvement through regular assessments and updates to program strategies.
Budget and Resource Management:
Develop and manage budgets for Vision Zero projects and initiatives.
Allocate resources effectively and ensure cost-efficiency in program implementation.
Seek and apply for grants and funding opportunities to support Vision Zero activities.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field.
15+ years of relevant post education experience in Transportation Planning, Traffic Safety, or Program Management, with a focus on Vision Zero or related safety initiatives.
Equivalent Licensure in related field of industry.
Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and interpretation.
Excellent project management abilities, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
Knowledge of traffic safety principles, urban planning, and relevant regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, GIS software, and other relevant tools.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
Expected Salary (all locations): $149,000.00 - $300,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or
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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.
