WSP in the U.S.
Building Technology Systems - Senior Consultant
WSP in the U.S., Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Job Description
WSP USA is an award‑winning, innovative multi‑disciplinary engineering consulting firm. We are seeking a full‑time Senior Consultant – Building Technology Systems based in our Arlington, Virginia office.
About The Job WSP USA works closely with architects and owners from around the world on high‑quality, high‑profile projects. You will participate from design through final construction close‑out. WSP offers strong growth opportunities; many senior leaders began as junior engineers. Our consultants are subject‑matter experts who effectively communicate and coordinate technical topics with owners, architects, other engineers, contractors, and vendors.
Your Impact
Provide designs for telecommunications systems (in‑building structured cabling, telecom spaces, pathway infrastructure), electronic safety & security systems (IP video surveillance, access control, intercom), audio‑visual systems, and healthcare systems (nurse call, paging, etc.).
Contribute as part of a larger team to deliver projects from inception to completion.
Coordinate with clients to gather and document system and design requirements.
Create design narratives and coordinated construction documents (drawings and CSI specifications).
Manage project resources to complete deliverables.
Coordinate, host and participate in project meetings (local and out‑of‑town) with the design team and clients.
Participate in construction meetings, review and respond to technology system submittals and RFIs.
Perform site surveys to document construction progress.
Coordinate integration of security and telecommunications systems with other intelligent building systems (BMS, lighting control, etc.).
Understand local and national codes and industry standards (IBC, NFPA, BICSI, ANSI/TIA, AVIXA) related to the design and operation of telecom, security, and audio‑visual systems.
Capable of managing construction administration duties, including project management, on‑site quality checks, and leading construction progress meetings.
Preliminary participation in business development activities is encouraged.
Required Qualifications
Possess a four‑year degree (B.S. in engineering preferred) or equivalent combination of technical degree and related work experience designing technology systems for buildings.
5–7 years’ experience actively designing high‑performance systems for the AEC consulting and engineering industry.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on organizing and presenting design information to clients.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Comfortable working directly with clients, including federal and public clients, architects and building owners.
Ability to uphold workplace safety and comply with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications
Revit/AutoCAD experience desired.
Bluebeam Revu experience desired.
Design experience related to electronic security systems, nurse call, and other healthcare, audio‑visual, DAS systems is a plus but not required.
Industry certifications such as RCDD, CPP, PSP, CTS‑D, ASIS PSP, AVIXA CTS/CTS‑D, Cisco CCNA are desirable but not required.
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout your career, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life coverage, retirement savings, paid sick leave, vacation, parental leave, and time off for bereavement and civic duties.
Compensation Expected salary (all locations): $103,000 – $140,000. WSP USA reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on experience, knowledge, skills and geographic location.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices, we partner with clients to help communities prosper.
Equal Opportunity Employment 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 are protected classes.
Work Authorization The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Notice to Third‑Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes become the property of WSP and WSP may hire the candidate without reservation, no fee or compensation due to the recruiter.
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About The Job WSP USA works closely with architects and owners from around the world on high‑quality, high‑profile projects. You will participate from design through final construction close‑out. WSP offers strong growth opportunities; many senior leaders began as junior engineers. Our consultants are subject‑matter experts who effectively communicate and coordinate technical topics with owners, architects, other engineers, contractors, and vendors.
Your Impact
Provide designs for telecommunications systems (in‑building structured cabling, telecom spaces, pathway infrastructure), electronic safety & security systems (IP video surveillance, access control, intercom), audio‑visual systems, and healthcare systems (nurse call, paging, etc.).
Contribute as part of a larger team to deliver projects from inception to completion.
Coordinate with clients to gather and document system and design requirements.
Create design narratives and coordinated construction documents (drawings and CSI specifications).
Manage project resources to complete deliverables.
Coordinate, host and participate in project meetings (local and out‑of‑town) with the design team and clients.
Participate in construction meetings, review and respond to technology system submittals and RFIs.
Perform site surveys to document construction progress.
Coordinate integration of security and telecommunications systems with other intelligent building systems (BMS, lighting control, etc.).
Understand local and national codes and industry standards (IBC, NFPA, BICSI, ANSI/TIA, AVIXA) related to the design and operation of telecom, security, and audio‑visual systems.
Capable of managing construction administration duties, including project management, on‑site quality checks, and leading construction progress meetings.
Preliminary participation in business development activities is encouraged.
Required Qualifications
Possess a four‑year degree (B.S. in engineering preferred) or equivalent combination of technical degree and related work experience designing technology systems for buildings.
5–7 years’ experience actively designing high‑performance systems for the AEC consulting and engineering industry.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on organizing and presenting design information to clients.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Comfortable working directly with clients, including federal and public clients, architects and building owners.
Ability to uphold workplace safety and comply with WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications
Revit/AutoCAD experience desired.
Bluebeam Revu experience desired.
Design experience related to electronic security systems, nurse call, and other healthcare, audio‑visual, DAS systems is a plus but not required.
Industry certifications such as RCDD, CPP, PSP, CTS‑D, ASIS PSP, AVIXA CTS/CTS‑D, Cisco CCNA are desirable but not required.
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout your career, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life coverage, retirement savings, paid sick leave, vacation, parental leave, and time off for bereavement and civic duties.
Compensation Expected salary (all locations): $103,000 – $140,000. WSP USA reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on experience, knowledge, skills and geographic location.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices, we partner with clients to help communities prosper.
Equal Opportunity Employment 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 are protected classes.
Work Authorization The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Notice to Third‑Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes become the property of WSP and WSP may hire the candidate without reservation, no fee or compensation due to the recruiter.
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