Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

WSP • Denver, CO

10d • $134,700 - $200,100

About The Position

WSP is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineer for its Denver, Colorado office. The role is part of the Property & Buildings Team and will help expand WSP's presence across the General Buildings market, including commercial, mixed-use, workplace, civic, higher education, public sector, aviation support facilities, and other complex building projects throughout Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region.

This leadership position is suited to an experienced mechanical engineer who will deliver building solutions while leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring staff, developing client relationships, and driving project success. The AVP will lead mechanical design and project delivery, provide technical expertise in building systems, contribute to business development and project management, and advance innovative and sustainable solutions aligned with WSP's Future Ready® approach. WSP describes its workplace model as flexible and agile while meeting client needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• At least 10 years of relevant mechanical engineering design and project delivery experience within the buildings market.
• Demonstrated experience leading HVAC and plumbing design for commercial, institutional, higher education, mixed-use, workplace, civic, or other complex building projects.
• Strong understanding of applicable building codes, energy codes, industry standards, and engineering best practices.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating directly with clients, architects, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage project budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and deliverables.
• Strong communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Experience using industry design tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, and HVAC load calculation software.
• Strong technical writing and quality review capabilities.
• Ability to mentor junior engineering staff and support team development.
• Authorization to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Nice To Haves

• PE license, preferably in Colorado, or ability to obtain Colorado reciprocity.
• At least 15 years of experience within the Property & Buildings sector.
• LEED Accredited Professional, WELL AP, or additional sustainability credentials.
• Previous people management or formal supervisory experience.
• Existing relationships within the Colorado buildings market.
• Experience with healthcare, science and technology, mission critical, aviation, federal, or public-sector projects.
• Multi-state PE registration.
• Experience supporting business development and strategic growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and delivery of complex building projects from planning and concept development through construction administration and project closeout.
• Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for HVAC, plumbing, hydronic, and building systems engineering.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and specialty consultants.
• Oversee engineering analyses, load calculations, energy modeling, equipment selections, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Review project deliverables for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and WSP quality requirements.
• Support project management, including scope development, budgeting, staffing, scheduling, risk management, and profitability tracking.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, identify opportunities for repeat business, and cross-sell services.
• Participate in business development, including proposal preparation, interviews, client presentations, and strategic pursuits.
• Mentor and develop engineers and designers through technical leadership, coaching, and career development support.
• Conduct engineering reviews, site assessments, field investigations, and construction observations.
• Collaborate with regional and national mechanical engineering leaders to promote technical excellence and best practices.
• Champion innovative and sustainable building solutions aligned with client goals and WSP's Future Ready® approach.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 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.
• Flexible and agile workplace model.

What This Job Offers

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