Vice President, Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

WSP in the U.S.; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 163,800 - 243,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave and vacation

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for bereavement and voting

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Vice President, Mechanical Engineer for the Property & Buildings team in Roseville, CA. The role is focused on strategic leadership in higher education facility design, requiring a licensed Mechanical Engineer with strong project management and client engagement skills.

Responsibilities include leading the project lifecycle, overseeing mechanical designs, and fostering client relationships. The compensation range is $163,800 to $243,200, along with extensive benefits including health coverage and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering design for building systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Proven experience in project leadership and client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and technical leadership for mechanical engineering design.
• Lead full project lifecycle from planning through construction and close-out.
• Manage project performance including scope, schedule, budget, and profitability.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering Design

Business Development

Client Engagement

Leadership

Project Management

HVAC Systems

Revit

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

HVAC Design Tools

Job description

WSP is seeking a Vice President, Mechanical Engineer to join our Property & Buildings team in Roseville, CA. This leadership role is ideal for a licensed Mechanical Engineer with deep expertise in higher education facility design who brings a strong combination of technical leadership, client engagement, and business development experience. The role supports the continued growth of WSP’s higher education practice in Northern California.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and technical leadership for mechanical engineering design across complex higher education projects
• Lead and oversee the full project lifecycle, from planning and design through construction and close‑out
• Drive client relationships and business development efforts, including pursuits, proposals, and market strategy
• Oversee design of HVAC systems, central utility plants, hydronic systems, and plumbing systems
• Ensure compliance with higher education codes, standards, and California regulatory requirements
• Lead multi‑disciplinary teams, ensuring high‑quality, coordinated project delivery
• Manage project performance, including scope, schedule, budget, and profitability
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, strengthening long‑term relationships and identifying growth opportunities
• Mentor and develop engineering staff, contributing to team growth and succession planning
• Support technical reviews, contract negotiations, and presentations with clients and stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 12+ years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering design for building systems
• Demonstrated expertise in higher education project delivery
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical infrastructure, and higher education specific codes and standards
• Proven experience in project leadership and client‑facing roles
• Track record of supporting or leading business development and project pursuits
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and related engineering tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading large, complex higher education programs or portfolios
• Established client relationships within the Northern California higher education market
• Experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams across regional or national projects
• LEED AP or sustainability credentials
• Experience contributing to strategic growth initiatives within an engineering organization

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career, including coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $163,800—$243,200

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm dedicated to delivering lasting solutions in building, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 U.S. offices, WSP partners with clients to help communities prosper.

EEO Statement

WSP USA (and all U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.