Assistant Vice President - Commissioning

WSP • Elko, ID

19h • Onsite

About The Position

WSP USA is seeking a full-time Assistant Vice President - Commissioning for its Boise, Idaho office. The position supports technical staff, engineers, and project managers in validating construction, integrity, operability, and commissioning of building systems and facilities projects in the public and private sectors. Work may involve planning, coordinating, testing, and commissioning or retro-commissioning systems such as HVAC, steam, compressed air, chilled water, plumbing, and automation. The role produces clear, accurate reports and documentation on equipment configuration, optimization studies, functional and readiness testing, and transition from construction to full operations. Responsibilities are to be carried out to meet or exceed industry standards for performance, reliability, safety, and security of building occupants.

The role works with limited supervision on building commissioning activities, including collecting and analyzing project and site data; researching and inspecting existing or proposed conditions; assisting with specifications, readiness plans, checklists, and cost estimates; and providing technical assistance on design, installation, and integration. It also supports risk assessment, project planning, field coordination, and collaboration with multidisciplinary project teams. Schedules may extend beyond a typical workweek to meet project requirements, and travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 10 or more years of relevant post-education experience in the discipline, including prior building and systems commissioning experience.
• Familiarity with building commissioning principles, practices, processes, design/build, and their application to project-related issues.
• Familiarity with building planning, design, and installation management, including renovation and new design.
• Familiarity with smart building design.
• High familiarity with relevant building technology and system installation or construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Analytical mindset and sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Self-leadership and attention to detail, accuracy, multitasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency in technical writing, office automation, software, technology, mathematics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Proven record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond a typical workweek.
• Travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Relevant professional licensure or certification is an essential or enhancing qualification.
• Interest in obtaining LEED certification desired.
• Membership in and/or active participation in local professional practice organizations.

Responsibilities

• Collect, compile, and analyze information from worksites, construction phases, surveys, blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, flow diagrams, reports, and other sources for energy auditing, validation, and commissioning.
• Conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, layouts, usage, and systems to assess conformance with applicable requirements.
• Assist with developing system configurations, testing specifications, and readiness plans; prepare and update checklists, punch lists, and cost estimates in coordination with owners, disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
• Assist in developing technology, monitoring devices, modeling techniques, design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to support proper equipment and system installation and operation.
• Provide technical assistance on design, installation, and integration issues related to commissioning and retro-commissioning building systems, including HVAC, steam, compressed air, chilled water, plumbing, and automation.
• Write technical reports summarizing research, testing, specifications, findings, and conclusions, and prepare supporting documentation using sketches, calculations, software, spreadsheets, drawings, diagrams, illustrations, and reports.
• Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, design concepts, installation, mitigation, improvements, and renovation projects.
• Work with cross-functional teams and other professionals, engineers, inspectors, project control staff, and technicians on building improvement and development projects.
• Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field and site work.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability and life coverage.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation or other personal time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior