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Lead Plumbing Engineer - Buildings

WSP Kansas City, MO Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$103,500 - $140,000 per year

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Description

Join the Property & Buildings Team at WSP as a full-time Lead Plumbing Engineer in our Kansas City, MO office. You will lead the planning, design, and delivery of building plumbing systems across various sectors, including healthcare, higher education, and commercial projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading plumbing system design for buildings, including domestic water, sanitary waste, and fire suppression systems
  • Engaging with clients and leading meetings to drive informed decision-making
  • Conducting on-site observations and providing guidance to junior engineers
  • Developing design deliverables, including calculations, equipment sizing, and engineering reports
  • Managing multi-discipline coordination with mechanical, electrical, and architectural teams
  • Ensuring quality and compliance with codes and standards
  • Supporting construction administration and responding to RFIs

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Architectural/Building System, Plumbing, or Mechanical Engineering
  • 7-10 years of relevant post-education experience in engineering
  • Portfolio spanning at least two of the following sectors: healthcare, higher education, mission-critical/data center, laboratory, or commercial real estate
  • Experience with building planning, design, and construction management
  • Ability to lead project designs, coordinate with architects and engineers, and communicate with clients
  • High proficiency in technical writing, office software, and automation
  • Well-defined knowledge of relevant plumbing and mechanical engineering laws, codes, and regulations

Preferred qualifications:

  • ASPE Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD)
  • Professional Engineer License
  • LEED AP Certification
  • Master's degree in Engineering

WSP offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings, and paid time off.

Expected salary: $103,500 - $140,000

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • ASPE Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD)
  • Professional Engineer License
  • LEED AP Certification
  • Master's degree in Engineering

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2001/job/88008

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