WSP · 1 day ago
Assistant Vice President-Ecosystem Restoration
Louisville, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expWSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking an Assistant Vice President – Ecosystem Restoration to lead ecosystem restoration design projects and contribute to a variety of water resource engineering tasks.
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Responsibilities
Lead ecosystem restoration design projects that make a positive impact and are improving the environment
Design a variety of projects, such as stream and wetland restoration assessment, design and construction support services; dam removal and restoration; watershed feasibility studies and watershed planning
Perform professional water resources engineering work and conduct investigations, analysis, and inspections relating to restoration projects, culverts, hydrology, open channel hydraulics, bridge hydraulics, floodplain modeling/mapping, hydrologic/hydraulic modeling
Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team to execute project work, permit applications, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos
Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses
Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting
Assist with development and scoping of medium-sized projects
Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations
Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs)
Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner
Remain current in latest water resource engineering techniques
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with a focus in Water Resources or closely related discipline
10 years of relevant post education experience in water resources engineering and ecosystem restoration
Knowledge of water resource engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to environmental permitting and project work-related issues
High Competency levels in multiple disciplines including ecosystem restoration, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and stormwater management & best management practice design
Experience using various hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software (e.g HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS 1D/2D, StormCAD, Microstation and Civil 3D AutoCAD) is required
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions
Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience
Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, strong organizational skills, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred
Professional Civil Engineer (P.E.) license (KY preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months)
Master's degree in water resources or environmental engineering
A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations
40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired
Benefits
Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
Founded in 2011New York, New York, USA
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$40.25MKey Investors
OneWest Bank
2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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