Risk/Commercial Manager

　　Req ID 17669

　　Risk/Commercial Manager

　　Who We Are

　　At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We’re looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

　　This Opportunity

　　WSP is currently initiating a search for a Risk & Commercial Manager for our CHICAGO office. Be involved in projects with our Project Controls & Technology Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

　　Your Impact

　　Job Duties:

　　Knowledge of project control standards and framework (e.g., AACE International, Project Management Institute), and experience of risk management and analysis in a majorportfolio/program environment, operating as the client’s representative.

　　Understanding of transportation & infrastructure engineering design requirements and project delivery processes.

　　Manage and coordinate work for the project controls team covering matters related to the estimating, risk, cost, contracts and change management for allocated projects and within the business.

　　Ability and skills to be the subject matter expert and provide oversight and training for project change management including establishing performance measurement baselines, project change request processes, project contingency drawdown and revising baselines for performance reporting.

　　Ability and skills to advocate the incorporation of risk management in the implementation of new systems, processes, and changes to existing systems and procedures.

　　Ensure compliance to Contractual requirements and fulfilment of all Contractual deliverables.

　　Create, implement, and execute project controls, cost, and risk & contingency management plans to support contract requirements and the successful execution of project controls supporting project and WSP commercial interests.

　　Review and Prepare monthly Interim Payment Certificates and ensure timeous invoicing.

　　Actively participate in mitigating potential claims and variation orders and where they do arise.

　　Develop and forecast staffing plans and cost projections for specific projects.

　　Develop or refine Project Financial Plans for submittal to funding agencies consistent with the project's needs and industry best practices.

　　Work with project teams to support on-going risk management functions, including risk identification, impact analysis (qualitative / quantitative) response planning, and monitoring / control.

　　Develop and maintain project and/or program risk registers with input from project and client team members.

　　Establish qualitative and quantitative risk modeling parameters based on project cost and schedule information.

　　Work with project teams to determine appropriate contingency and schedule reserve amounts.

　　Facilitate risk management workshops, meetings, interviews and discussions both internally and with external clients.

　　Support project team decision making and reporting through timely information and tracking of risk register actions and critical risk identification.

　　Review project documents for consistency with project/program risk registers and resolve issues.

　　Ability to perform as the system administrator for the Risk Management Information System including user and metadata management.

　　Develop and maintain a Project Earned Value Management System (EVMS) database, to measure progress and calculate performance metrics, analyze, and report variances to plan based on predetermined variance thresholds.

　　Accept and help facilitate change by understanding desired outcomes; assist project managers with developing change management strategies.

　　Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

　　Perform other duties as assigned.

　　Travel as required.

　　Who You Are

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　BA/BS Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering,Project Management experience, PMP, PMI-RMP preferred.

　　10 years’ experience in Project Controls, Risk & Commercial Management, Finance, Scheduling including experience leading a team of professionals.

　　Transportation, Rail and Construction industry preferred.

　　Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.

　　Working knowledge of commercial/contract management software , cost risk analysis software (i.e., @Risk, Crystal Ball etc.) and schedule risk analysis software (i.e., Primavera Risk Analysis, Acumen etc.).

　　Confident self-starter with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment.

　　Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, fulfill assigned commitments in a timely manner within established budgets and quality standards.

　　Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to prepare clear and concise reports and presentations.

　　Attention to detail and organization while working in a fast-paced environment.

　　Ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, contractors, and clients.

　　Skilled at building and sustaining relationships with all stakeholders.

　　Ability to prioritize workload and deliverables.

　　Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint,

　　Proficient in InEight Construction & Project Management Software Preferred.

　　This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.

　　This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP.

　　Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

　　Additional Requirements

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Additional Details

　　Travel Required: 10%

　　Job Status: Regular

　　Employee Type: Full

　　Primary Location: CHICAGO - 30 N LASALLE ST

　　All locations: US-IL-Chicago

　　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.