Manager, Mechanical Engineering (Buildings)

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Thornhill, ON

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Seize the opportunity! WSP is seeking a Manager for Mechanical Engineering to join our Buildings Mechanical & Electrical Department at the Thornhill office. We are looking for a proven leader who prioritizes the team, providing motivation, encouragement, and support, while valuing each member's unique contributions. You have a technical background in mechanical design, including HVAC and plumbing, across various building types. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our client's expectations are satisfied, project timelines are met and that the quality of work adheres to the highest standards

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.

#WeAre WSP

What you can expect to do here:

Lead and manage a team of mechanical engineers, EITs, and designers, providing guidance and support.
Act as a mentor to the team, helping individuals develop their skills and advance in their careers.
Act as the lead on complex projects
Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables on all projects undertaken by the team.
Allocate resources effectively to meet project requirements and deadlines.
Ensure all engineering work meets quality standards and codes, while ensuring client expectations are met.
Review and approve technical designs, drawings, and specifications.
Address and resolve any technical issues or challenges that arise during project execution.
Work closely with other engineering disciplines and architects.
Maintain and manage strong relationships with clients, architects and contractors.
Implement and promote best practices and continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

What you'll bring to WSP:

A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 10 years' experience in engineering consulting industry focus on the design of mechanical systems for buildings
A valid PEO license.
Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, codes, and standards.
Demonstrated experience in managing projects, including timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers and designers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and team members.
An ability to work collaboratively.
Desire to participate in client management and business development activities.

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.

About WSP Canada

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international expertise. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, landscape architects and urban designers, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Buildings, Transportation, Infrastructure, Environment, Geomatics, Energy, Resources, and Industrial sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With over 8,000 talented people across Canada, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for generations to come.