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Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Specialist

WSP USA San Francisco, CA senior full-time

Salary

$94,400 - $125,000 per year

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Description

WSP USA is seeking an Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Specialist to lead energy efficiency, building performance, retro-commissioning, decarbonization, and mechanical building systems projects for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients.

Project Leadership & Delivery

  • Lead projects from planning to closeout.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality requirements.
  • Develop project scopes and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Serve as primary client contact.

Technical Leadership

  • Provide technical expertise in mechanical building systems, HVAC, hydronic systems, plumbing systems, building performance optimization, energy efficiency programs, retro-commissioning, and decarbonization initiatives.
  • Review technical analyses and designs.
  • Support innovative, data-driven solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineering and sustainability professionals.
  • Coordinate workloads and resources.
  • Provide technical guidance and coaching.
  • Support professional growth through training and career development planning.

Client & Business Development

  • Build and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Identify opportunities for business growth.
  • Participate in proposal development and client presentations.
  • Communicate technical findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Financial & Operational Management

  • Monitor project financial health.
  • Track project progress against scope, budget, and schedule.
  • Support forecasting and resource planning.
  • Exercise sound business judgment.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • 3-5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, building systems, energy efficiency, or related fields.
  • Demonstrated experience managing projects and teams.
  • Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, building performance optimization, and energy efficiency strategies.
  • Proficiency with engineering and project management software.
  • Strong analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent interpersonal and client management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Master's Degree in Engineering, Sustainability, or related field.
  • LEED Accreditation or equivalent sustainability credential.
  • Experience with Revit and building performance modeling tools.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, and paid parental leave.

Expected Salary: $94,400 - $125,000

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Master's Degree in Engineering, Sustainability, or related field
  • LEED Accreditation
  • Revit
  • Building Performance Modeling Tools

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/97271

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