Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

WSP • South Jordan, UT

13h • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineer for our South Jordan, UT office. This leadership role will support the growth and delivery of mechanical engineering services across a diverse portfolio of building projects, with a strong preference for candidates possessing healthcare project experience. The successful candidate will serve as both a technical leader and client-facing professional, responsible for project delivery, staff development, business development, and strategic growth initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in expanding WSP's Buildings practice throughout Utah and the Mountain Pacific region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience within the buildings industry.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary building design projects.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, central utility plants, energy-efficient building systems, and applicable building codes.
• Experience managing client relationships and coordinating project delivery teams.
• Demonstrated success leading projects from design through construction.
• Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to mentor engineers and support team development.
• Experience with mechanical engineering design software and BIM platforms, including Revit.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and quality standards.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare facility design experience including hospitals, outpatient facilities, medical office buildings, ambulatory care centers, or specialty healthcare environments.
• Experience with FGI Guidelines, ASHRAE healthcare standards, NFPA requirements, and healthcare regulatory compliance.
• LEED AP, WELL AP, or other sustainability accreditation.
• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Established relationships within the Utah healthcare, commercial, higher education, or civic markets.
• Experience supporting business development and strategic growth initiatives.
• Knowledge of energy modeling, decarbonization strategies, and high-performance building design.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design efforts for complex building systems projects from planning and concept development through construction administration.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and project stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients, architects, contractors, and industry partners.
• Support business development activities, including proposal development, presentations, project interviews, and strategic pursuits.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and quality management processes.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to mechanical engineering staff.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams including electrical, plumbing, structural, fire protection, and specialty engineering disciplines.
• Review and approve engineering calculations, designs, specifications, and construction documents.
• Support the delivery of innovative and sustainable building solutions.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Participate in recruiting, staff development, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Remain current with evolving technologies, industry trends, building systems, and applicable codes and standards.

Benefits

• Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation (or other personal time)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

What This Job Offers

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