Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Specialist

This Opportunity

WSP USA is seeking a highly motivated Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Specialist to lead the delivery of energy efficiency, building performance, retro-commissioning, decarbonization, and mechanical building systems projects for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. This role combines technical expertise, project leadership, client relationship management, financial oversight, and team development to ensure successful project execution and exceptional client service.

Your Impact

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead the full project lifecycle from planning and scope development through execution, commissioning, and closeout.
• Collaborate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, sustainability consultants, planners, and technical specialists.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual and quality requirements.
• Develop and oversee project scopes, risk mitigation strategies, and client deliverables.
• Communicate for clients and key stakeholders.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical expertise in:
  • Mechanical building systems
  • HVAC and air distribution systems
  • Hydronic systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Building performance optimization
  • Energy efficiency programs
  • Retro-commissioning
  • Building decarbonization initiatives
• Review technical analyses, engineering calculations, designs, reports, and recommendations.
• Support the development of innovative, data-driven solutions that improve energy performance and reduce operational costs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3-5+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, building systems, energy efficiency, sustainability consulting, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • HVAC systems
  • Hydronic systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Building performance optimization
  • Energy efficiency and decarbonization strategies
  • Building design, construction, and commissioning practices
• Proficiency with engineering and project management software, including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility for licensure.
• Master's Degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Building Science, or related field.
• LEED Accreditation, Energy Management Certification, or equivalent sustainability credential.
• Experience with Revit and building performance modeling tools.
• Experience with healthcare, science & technology, commercial, or institutional facilities.
• Active participation in relevant professional organizations.

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): $94,400 - $125,000

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 less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

#LI-MQ1