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Mechanical Specialist

Mechanical Specialist

WSP CanadaToronto, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job description

The Opportunity

WSP is currently seeking a Mechanical Specialist to support our Building Sciences - Building Condition Assessment group in our downtown Toronto office. This role involves providing vital technical support to our local and national BCA and Building Science teams.

Why choose WSP?

  • We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
  • Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
  • A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
  • Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
  • Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
  • A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here :

  • Help the project team understand client needs and goals to prepare winning proposals for BCA reports, and for Design and Tender services for existing building MEP systems renewals and upgrades.
  • Perform detailed condition assessments of building MEP systems to support building condition assessment reports for real estate owners and managers.
  • Produce clear and concise written reports to allow our high-profile clients understand the condition of their real estate assets and plan for their renewal.
  • Manage Mechanical restoration projects, including repair, renewal and replacement of HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical systems, including :

    • System design and code compliance.

  • Production of specification and tender documents and drawings.
  • Manage tender process, including coordinating and instructing contractors, sub-consultants and other engineering disciplines.
  • Construction review and contract administration.
  • Accept responsibility for project tasks, deliverables and outcomes.
  • Provide technical support on MEP systems to the Canadian Building Science teams, clients, and their representatives.
  • Help develop and deliver training materials in support of team performance, in particular the application of energy efficiency and sustainable practices within service delivery.
  • Contribute to the knowledge systems within the Building Science practice.
  • Assist with business development and other activities as assigned and as required.

    • What you will bring to WSP :

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Design or other applicable Engineering discipline reinforced with appropriate experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years direct experience in building MEP systems design, operation or management.
  • Passion for building science, construction, and sustainability.
  • Above average speaking and writing communication skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Office.
  • Exceptional time-management and organizational skills.
  • Attention to detail and strong work ethic.
  • A team player, amongst energetic, successful people.
  • Strong at multi-tasking, organized and adaptable to shifting priorities.
  • Valid driver's license. Access to a vehicle is an asset but not a requirement.

    • 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 across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

    At WSP :

  • We value our people and our reputation
  • We are locally dedicated with international scale
  • We are future focused and challenge the status quo
  • We foster collaboration in everything we do
  • We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

    • Please Note :

    Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

    Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

    WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on 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.

    WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.