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From the employer's careers site First seen 29 Oct 2026

Security Systems Design Consultant - Buildings

WSP Halifax, NS, NS Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$85,100 – $112,800 per year

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Description

Join a team shaping the next generation of secure, resilient, and technology-enabled buildings across Atlantic Canada. As a Security Systems Design Consultant, you will partner with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver security, IT, and audio-visual solutions that protect communities and elevate user experience.

Your Impact:

  • Design integrated Security, IT, and AV systems that enhance safety, operability, and user confidence across public and private facilities.
  • Lead and contribute to Security Systems Studies, concept narratives, schematic design, detailed design, construction documents, and project closeout.
  • Conduct physical security and IT/AV infrastructure audits, translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
  • Facilitate requirements workshops with clients and stakeholders to uncover technical, functional, and operational needs.
  • Serve as a trusted subject matter expert, advising clients and representing WSP in the broader security and technology community.
  • Produce polished, professional technical deliverables,including specifications, reports, and drawings,using tools such as REVIT, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Studio, and Microsoft 365 applications.
  • Collaborate with local and national colleagues across Building Technologies and other disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Participate in technical and project meetings with a wide stakeholder mix: executive, end-user, consultant, and technical teams.

The Skills That Set You Apart:

  • Hands-on experience with Security, IT infrastructure, and AV systems, from assessments to design delivery.
  • Experience with Threat & Risk Assessments and Physical Security methodologies.
  • Comfortable navigating networking and IT infrastructure fundamentals in a consulting or technical capacity.
  • Proficient with design and documentation tools including REVIT, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft 365.
  • Ability to obtain a Public Works & Government Services Canada Level 2 (Secret) clearance and thrive in secure project environments.
  • Adaptable,willing to travel when needed and manage occasional overtime to meet project milestones.
  • Valid driver's licence and ability to travel to client sites across Atlantic Canada.

Why Choose WSP?:

  • Proudly Canadian – a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
  • A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
  • Limitless opportunities start here. We help tailor your role to match your ambition,your growth drives ours.
  • Flexible work and real balance,we support your wellbeing at work and in life.

Compensation:

  • AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $85,100 – $112,800
  • MB & ON: $73,100 – $102,100
  • NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $76,900 – $102,100

Skills

Required

  • Security Systems
  • IT Infrastructure
  • AV Systems
  • REVIT
  • AutoCAD
  • Bluebeam
  • Microsoft 365
  • Threat & Risk Assessments
  • Physical Security

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/88328

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