WSP in the U.S.
Overview
Lead Plumbing Engineer role at WSP in the U.S. Locations: Tampa, Orlando, Sunrise, FL. Salary: $80,000 – $150,000, full‑time.
Responsibilities
Provide guidance with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and computer‑generated reports to support project development, design, and construction.
Apply high‑level plumbing engineering techniques to identify improvements across project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation.
Perform plumbing engineering work, conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, and building infrastructure to install plumbing, fire protection, and suppression systems in compliance with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
Develop construction and installation plans, specifications, cost estimates, and safety and phasing plans; update infrastructure layout plans that coordinate with owners, architects, other disciplines, sub‑consultants, and clients.
Manage plumbing design and construction from project inception to completion, including rehabilitation, reconstruction, new builds, operating specifications, and construction safety plans.
Integrate advanced technologies, monitoring devices, building materials, modeling techniques, and design requirements to ensure proper installation and operation of equipment and systems; implement future‑ready solutions with plumbing engineering design standards.
Oversee and monitor cross‑functional engineering teams on mid‑level and multiple concurrent projects, tracking budgets, hours, expenses, technical calculations, permit applications, schematics, and regulatory documentation.
Coordinate, review, and approve installation design plans, ensuring data integrity and compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Prepare data visualizations and technical drawings such as tables, charts, cross‑sections, and spreadsheets to present complex findings and analyses.
Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations explaining research, concepts, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address engineering, design, and construction issues or opportunities.
Analyze, evaluate, and interpret data from site investigations, offering input for action plans for moderate‑to‑high‑level risk installations, equipment and system operations, and mitigation activities.
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Collaborate with professionals, other engineers, architects, and building and infrastructure authorities on federally, state, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects, and proposal and business development opportunities.
Remain current in latest plumbing engineering techniques and practices.
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.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Plumbing or Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
7 to 10 years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering discipline and prior plumbing and mechanical design experience.
Proficiency with high‑rise plumbing and fire protection design from concept to substantial completion.
Proficient with plumbing and mechanical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and application to project work‑related issues.
Extensive knowledge of building and infrastructure design.
Experience with building and infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation, new design, and construction projects.
Well‑defined specific knowledge of relevant plumbing and mechanical engineering and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
Well‑developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities, structures and systems, applying applicable regulations and policies.
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non‑engineering audience.
Demonstrated high‑level of self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, load calculations, discipline‑specific design software (AutoCAD, Revit), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
Well‑developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, load calculations, computations, statistical analysis, and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer License
Master’s Degree in Engineering.
LEED certification desired.
40‑Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) preferred.
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
Benefits and About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Responsibilities
Provide guidance with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and computer‑generated reports to support project development, design, and construction.
Apply high‑level plumbing engineering techniques to identify improvements across project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation.
Perform plumbing engineering work, conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, and building infrastructure to install plumbing, fire protection, and suppression systems in compliance with applicable rules, standards, and permits.
Develop construction and installation plans, specifications, cost estimates, and safety and phasing plans; update infrastructure layout plans that coordinate with owners, architects, other disciplines, sub‑consultants, and clients.
Manage plumbing design and construction from project inception to completion, including rehabilitation, reconstruction, new builds, operating specifications, and construction safety plans.
Integrate advanced technologies, monitoring devices, building materials, modeling techniques, and design requirements to ensure proper installation and operation of equipment and systems; implement future‑ready solutions with plumbing engineering design standards.
Oversee and monitor cross‑functional engineering teams on mid‑level and multiple concurrent projects, tracking budgets, hours, expenses, technical calculations, permit applications, schematics, and regulatory documentation.
Coordinate, review, and approve installation design plans, ensuring data integrity and compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
Prepare data visualizations and technical drawings such as tables, charts, cross‑sections, and spreadsheets to present complex findings and analyses.
Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations explaining research, concepts, and recommendations to prevent, control, restore, or address engineering, design, and construction issues or opportunities.
Analyze, evaluate, and interpret data from site investigations, offering input for action plans for moderate‑to‑high‑level risk installations, equipment and system operations, and mitigation activities.
Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Collaborate with professionals, other engineers, architects, and building and infrastructure authorities on federally, state, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects, and proposal and business development opportunities.
Remain current in latest plumbing engineering techniques and practices.
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.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Plumbing or Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
7 to 10 years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering discipline and prior plumbing and mechanical design experience.
Proficiency with high‑rise plumbing and fire protection design from concept to substantial completion.
Proficient with plumbing and mechanical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and application to project work‑related issues.
Extensive knowledge of building and infrastructure design.
Experience with building and infrastructure planning, design, and construction management, including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation, new design, and construction projects.
Well‑defined specific knowledge of relevant plumbing and mechanical engineering and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
Well‑developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities, structures and systems, applying applicable regulations and policies.
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non‑engineering audience.
Demonstrated high‑level of self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Works independently with minimal oversight and provides guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, load calculations, discipline‑specific design software (AutoCAD, Revit), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
Well‑developed critical thinking and problem‑solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, load calculations, computations, statistical analysis, and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer License
Master’s Degree in Engineering.
LEED certification desired.
40‑Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) preferred.
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
Benefits and About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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