Job DescriptionThis OpportunityWSP is currently seeking a
LeadMechanical / Plumbing Engineer - Construction Administration (CA) to support the successful execution of building projects across a variety of market sectors, including commercial, healthcare, higher education, science & technology, and industrial facilities.
This person can be based out of our
San Jose, Riverside, or Los Angeles, CA office locations.
This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys being closely involved in the construction phase, partnering with contractors, owners, architects, and internal design teams to ensure mechanical and plumbing systems are installed in accordance with design intent, codes, and WSP quality standards.
Your Impact- Provide mechanical and plumbing construction administration support from construction commencement through project close-out.
- Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and product data for mechanical and plumbing systems.
- Perform site visits, field observations, and punch walks to verify installation quality, constructability, and code compliance.
- Support issue resolution in collaboration with contractors, architects, and internal project teams.
- Review change orders and assist with field clarifications and constructability evaluations.
- Coordinate with internal mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and architectural teams to resolve field conflicts.
- Support commissioning, start-up reviews, and close-out documentation as required.
- Assist with QA/QC reviews to ensure alignment with WSP standards and contract documents.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and project stakeholders during construction meetings and site interactions.
Who You AreRequired Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Minimum 7+ years of experience supporting building system projects, with a strong emphasis on construction administration.
- Hands-on experience reviewing and interpreting construction documents, specifications, and submittal packages.
- Working knowledge of mechanical and plumbing systems including HVAC, hydronic systems, domestic water, sanitary, storm, specialty waste, and medical gas (where applicable).
- Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IBC, IPC, local AHJs).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit; ability to navigate construction drawings efficiently.
Preferred Qualifications- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.
- Experience supporting healthcare, higher education, or complex commercial projects.
- OSHPD experience preferred.
- Prior experience working directly with contractors during active construction.
- Familiarity with commissioning processes and construction close-out activities.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $110,700- $175,230
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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