Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Specialist
About The Position
WSP USA is seeking a highly motivated Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Specialist to lead energy efficiency, building performance, retro-commissioning, decarbonization, and mechanical building systems projects for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. The role combines technical expertise, project leadership, client relationship management, financial oversight, and team development to support successful project execution and exceptional client service. The specialist leads projects through planning, scope development, execution, commissioning, and closeout; coordinates multidisciplinary teams; and ensures delivery on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual and quality requirements. The role also develops project scopes and risk mitigation strategies, oversees client deliverables, and communicates with clients and key stakeholders. Technical responsibilities include providing expertise across mechanical building systems, HVAC and air distribution, hydronic and plumbing systems, building performance optimization, energy efficiency programs, retro-commissioning, and building decarbonization. The specialist reviews technical analyses, engineering calculations, designs, reports, and recommendations; supports innovative, data-driven solutions to improve energy performance and reduce operating costs; and ensures compliance with relevant codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 3–5+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, building systems, energy efficiency, sustainability consulting, or related fields.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, hydronic systems, plumbing systems, building performance optimization, energy efficiency and decarbonization strategies, and building design, construction, and commissioning practices.
- Proficiency with engineering and project management software, including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility for licensure.
- Master's degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Building Science, or a related field.
- LEED Accreditation, Energy Management Certification, or an equivalent sustainability credential.
- Experience with Revit and building performance modeling tools.
- Experience with healthcare, science and technology, commercial, or institutional facilities.
- Active participation in relevant professional organizations.
Responsibilities
- Lead projects from planning and scope development through execution, commissioning, and closeout.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, sustainability consultants, planners, and technical specialists.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual and quality requirements.
- Develop and oversee project scopes, risk mitigation strategies, and client deliverables.
- Communicate with clients and key stakeholders.
- Provide technical expertise in mechanical building systems, HVAC and air distribution systems, hydronic systems, plumbing systems, building performance optimization, energy efficiency programs, retro-commissioning, and building decarbonization initiatives.
- Review technical analyses, engineering calculations, designs, reports, and recommendations.
- Support development of data-driven solutions to improve energy performance and reduce operational costs.
- Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Disability coverage
- Life insurance
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
