Senior Technical Manager, Project Management

WSP • Washington, DC

20h

About The Position

WSP USA is seeking a highly qualified Integration Engineer to support the
implementation and closeout of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit
Authority (WMATA) Training Center Project in Landover, Maryland. This facility
is a mission-critical investment for WMATA, and the Integration Engineer will
play a central role in ensuring all building systems, operational components,
and technical interfaces are delivered safely, accurately, and in compliance
with WMATA standards.

This role requires a strong technical background, proven integration skills, and
the ability to manage multiple systems and stakeholders in a fast-paced
environment. The Integration Engineer will collaborate closely with WMATA SAFE,
Transit Asset Management, the Project Implementation Team, contractors, and
consultants to guide the project through testing, commissioning, certification,
and final acceptance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, construction management, business, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience managing large, complex projects.
• Demonstrated success working in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Knowledge of and practical experience with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes.
• Familiarity with structural systems integration and systems commissioning standards.
• Strong written and verbal skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, AutoCAD, and Procore.
• Ability to obtain OSHA‑10 Construction certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with WMATA processes and procedures is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and integration management support throughout project implementation, ensuring system interfaces, sequencing, and contractor activities align with WMATA requirements.
• Support coordination of system interdependencies, technical reviews, and constructability considerations.
• Assist WMATA with start-up and acceptance plan oversight, ensuring all readiness and acceptance milestones are defined, tracked, and achieved.
• Work with the WMATA Project Implementation Team on testing and commissioning, system integration verification, substantial completion, and final inspections.
• Oversee the Site Safety & Security Certification process, coordinating closely with WMATA SAFE.
• Track certification items, support hazard resolution, and ensure required documentation is submitted in accordance with WMATA standards.
• Coordinate with WMATA Transit Asset Management staff to review the contractor-provided asset database for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with WMATA asset hierarchy and quality requirements.
• Review and validate all as-built drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with field-installed conditions.
• Support WMATA in ensuring that all O&M manuals and final documentation packages meet contract requirements.
• Assist in the closeout of the GAEC and CMAR contracts, including review of deliverables, documentation compliance, and associated financial and administrative closure activities.
• Help develop a detailed Lessons Learned Report capturing insights, issues, and best practices for future WMATA capital projects.
• Manage final turnover efforts such as receiving and transferring spare parts and equipment; coordinating and documenting O&M training; and completing contractual, administrative, and financial closeout tasks.
• Support WMATA in preparing the facility for operational readiness and user occupancy.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level