Description
WSP is currently seeking an Assistant Vice President, Electrical Engineer to join our Property & Buildings team in California. This position may be based out of any WSP office in California.
As an experienced Electrical Engineer, you will actively participate in the full project lifecycle, focusing on complex building sector projects such as K-12 education, community colleges, higher education, civic and municipal facilities, and industrial, commercial or institutional developments. You will support projects from conceptual design through construction close-out, partnering closely with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating, reviewing, and approving electrical design plans, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
- Applying advanced electrical engineering techniques across project phases, including concept development, preliminary and final design, procurement, construction, and operations.
- Planning and incorporating future-ready design strategies addressing safety, functionality, resiliency, and long-term performance of building systems.
- Participating in projects from inception through completion, supporting electrical design and construction activities.
- Overseeing and mentoring cross-functional engineering teams on mid- to large-scale projects, including budgets, schedules, resource planning, quality control, and technical execution.
- Preparing and reviewing technical documentation, including reports, calculations, drawings, specifications, and presentations.
- Providing key technical input on pursuits and proposals, supporting business development efforts and client interviews.
- Developing and maintaining strong client relationships and collaborating with internal leadership and external partners.
- Exercising responsible and ethical decision-making in alignment with WSP's Code of Conduct and corporate policies.
Requirements include:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
- 10+ years of relevant post-education experience as an Electrical Engineer.
- Extensive knowledge of electrical design for building projects, particularly within education and institutional, industrial or commercial sectors.
- Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
- Experience with electrical planning, design, and construction management across renovation and new-build projects.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple concurrent projects, and deliver high-quality results.
- Well-established professional presence with a strong local network.
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and compliance with WSP health, safety, and conduct policies.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- LEED AP certification.
- 8+ years of Project Management experience on complex building projects.
- Experience on K-12 and/or Higher Education related projects.
- Experience supporting client pursuits, proposals, and business growth initiatives.
WSP offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, and paid parental leave.
The expected salary range for this position is $134,700-$213,200.