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Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the WSP Buildings team located 3 days per week in our Ottawa office. You will collaborate with Senior Engineers in the application of plumbing, drainage, HVAC, and fire protection design knowledge for a wide range of projects spanning the commercial, residential, institutional, and retail sectors. This is a diverse, challenging position requiring familiarity with construction contract administration processes and protocols.
- Provide design, calculations, and technical support for the layout of plumbing, HVAC and fire protection systems in retrofit or new projects
- Complete engineering studies and assessments with accompanying reports
- Convert markups into working CAD or Revit MEP drawings
- Compile and prepare specifications relevant to each project
- Manage communications with clients and other consultants
- Manage deadlines, lead coordination efforts with other disciplines or consultants, and oversee quality of deliverables
- Review shop drawings and respond to requests for information during construction
- Prepare change notices, change orders and payment certificates as part of contract administration during construction
- Conduct site surveys during investigative / design phases and complete routine site reviews during construction to ensure adherence to contract documents
- Assist and contribute to the preparation of proposals and fees
What you’ll bring to WSP
Professional Engineer licensed in Ontario at a minimum.5+ years of experience in the design of plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection systemsStrong knowledge of applicable codes and standards including, but not limited to, the Ontario Building Code, ASHRAE, NFPA, CSAProficiency in AutoCAD MEP and Revit MEPGood working knowledge of MS Office and ExcelSelf-motivated with strong verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skillsA "can do" attitude, able to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary teamAbility to adapt to fluctuating workloads and expedited timelinesAbility to manage multiple projectsWhy choose WSP?
We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belongingFlexible Work Policy to support work-life balanceA Canadian success story with a global presenceOpportunity to contribute to projects that enhance the environment, infrastructure, and communitiesOutstanding career opportunities with a collaborative cultureAbout Us
WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members worldwide, with 12,000+ in Canada involved in environmental remediation, urban planning, iconic building engineering, sustainable transportation, resource extraction, and renewable energy development.
We value our people and our reputationWe are locally dedicated with international scaleWe are future focused and challenge the status quoWe foster collaboration in everything we doWe have an empowering culture and accountabilityWhat you can expect to do here
Provide design, calculations, and technical support for plumbing, HVAC and fire protection systemsComplete engineering studies and assessments with accompanying reportsPrepare working CAD or Revit MEP drawings from markupsPrepare project specificationsCoordinate communications with clients and other consultantsManage deadlines and coordinate with other disciplines, ensuring deliverables meet quality standardsReview shop drawings and respond to RFIs during constructionPrepare change notices, change orders and payment certificates as part of construction contract administrationConduct site surveys and routine site reviews to verify conformance with contract documentsSupport proposal and fee preparationSeniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Professional Services
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
Note : WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information, please read the full policy.
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