Position summary

WSP USA is seeking an Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Specialist to lead the delivery of 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 ensure successful project execution and exceptional client service.

Why this role matters

Improving how buildings perform is one of the most direct levers for cutting energy use and carbon. This role leads the projects that deliver those gains for clients, from energy efficiency and retro-commissioning through to building decarbonization, while developing the team that carries the work.

Key responsibilities

• Lead project delivery across the full lifecycle, from planning and scope development through execution, commissioning, and closeout, managing schedules, budgets, resource allocation, invoicing, and financial performance.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, sustainability consultants, planners, and technical specialists, and serve as the primary client contact.
• Provide technical leadership in mechanical building systems, HVAC and air distribution, hydronic and plumbing systems, building performance optimization, energy efficiency programs, retro-commissioning, and building decarbonization.
• Review technical work including analyses, engineering calculations, designs, reports, and recommendations, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and best practices and supporting data-driven solutions that cut energy use and operational costs.
• Lead and develop the team by mentoring engineering and sustainability professionals, coordinating workloads, and providing technical guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Build client relationships and grow the business by acting as a trusted advisor, identifying opportunities to expand engagements, and participating in proposals, scoping, and client presentations.
• Manage financial and operational health by monitoring revenue, profitability, utilization, and invoicing, and supporting forecasting and resource planning.

Team and stakeholders

You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, sustainability consultants, planners, and technical specialists, lead and mentor engineering and sustainability professionals, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders.

Key details

This is a role based in San Francisco, CA, within WSP’s flexible and agile workplace model.

Requirements

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3 to 5+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, building systems, energy efficiency, sustainability consulting, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, hydronic, and 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.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, problem-solving, interpersonal, communication, and client management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility.
• 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 & technology, commercial, or institutional facilities.
• Active participation in relevant professional organizations.