Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Specialist

WSP; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Energy Efficiency & Sustainability Specialist in San Francisco to lead energy efficiency, building performance, retro-commissioning, and decarbonization projects across commercial, institutional, and industrial sectors.

You will oversee project scope, risk management, client relationships, and team development while ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and high-quality results. A PE license or equivalent credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, building systems, energy efficiency or sustainability consulting.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, hydronic, plumbing, and building performance optimization.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle from planning through execution, commissioning, and closeout.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, sustainability consultants, planners, and technical specialists.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and per contract requirements.
• Develop and oversee project scopes, risk mitigation strategies, and client deliverables.
• Communicate effectively with clients and key stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership in building systems and energy efficiency.
• Review analyses, engineering calculations, designs, and reports.
• Support data-driven solutions to improve energy performance and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and best practices.

Skills

HVAC systems

Hydronic systems

Plumbing systems

Building performance optimization

Energy efficiency & decarbonization

Building design & commissioning

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Problem solving

Client management

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility

LEED Accreditation or Energy Management Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

Building performance modeling tools

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP USA is seeking a highly motivated 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. This role combines technical expertise, project leadership, client relationship management, financial oversight, and team development to ensure successful project execution and exceptional client service.

Your Impact

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead the full project lifecycle from planning and scope development through execution, commissioning, and closeout.
• Collaborate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, sustainability consultants, planners, and technical specialists.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual and quality requirements.
• Develop and oversee project scopes, risk mitigation strategies, and client deliverables.
• Communicate for clients and key stakeholders.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical expertise in:
  • Mechanical building systems
  • HVAC and air distribution systems
  • Hydronic systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Building performance optimization
  • Energy efficiency programs
  • Retro-commissioning
  • Building decarbonization initiatives
• Review technical analyses, engineering calculations, designs, reports, and recommendations.
• Support the development of innovative, data-driven solutions that improve energy performance and reduce operational costs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, regulations, and industry best practices.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3-5+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, building systems, energy efficiency, sustainability consulting, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • HVAC systems
  • Hydronic systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Building performance optimization
  • Energy efficiency and decarbonization strategies
  • Building design, construction, and commissioning practices
• Proficiency with engineering and project management software, including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility for licensure.
• Master's Degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Building Science, or related field.
• LEED Accreditation, Energy Management Certification, or 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.

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 (all locations): $94,400 - $125,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, 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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