Vice President, Mechanical Design Engineering

Overview

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Vice President, Mechanical Engineering for our Boston, MA Property and Buildings Office. This is an exciting opportunity for a licensed Mechanical Engineer with deep expertise in HVAC system design—particularly for complex healthcare environments and mixed-use commercial Facilities—who also understands the technical, regulatory, and operational challenges of such projects. The ideal candidate will have both technical leadership and some business development experience to help grow our Property and Buildings business.

This role will actively participate in the full project cycle with a focus on complex sector work such as healthcare, pharmaceutical, life sciences, labs, Higher Education campus buildings, and mixed-use commercial projects from the design phase through final construction close‑out. Our Engineers work on high‑quality, high‑profile, local and national and projects with our practice providing design services for a variety of clients.

We are a global leader in the practice of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering and related specialty services for the built environment. At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future‑focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines.

Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

• Coordinate, review, and approve HVAC and mechanical system design plans, ensuring data integrity and compliance with all applicable mechanical codes, and industry standards such as ASHRAE and FGI Guidelines.

• Apply high‑level mechanical and HVAC engineering techniques to identify system improvements across all project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, and general construction administration.

• Plan and incorporate future‑ready HVAC strategies—such as energy‑efficient system architectures, decarbonization‑ready mechanical designs, and advanced ventilation airflow concepts—to ensure safety, resiliency, and optimal performance.

• Oversee overall project HVAC system design and general consulting construction administration from project inception to completion, including air‑handling systems, chilled‑water/steam systems, hydronic piping distribution, specialized exhaust, and Building Control Systems – including application of industry expected sustainability concepts.

• Oversee cross‑functional engineering teams executing project work on mid to high-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including trade design budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, technical HVAC calculations, code compliance documentation, and regulatory analysis.

• Prepare data and visualizations such as HVAC load calculations, airflow diagrams, psychrometric analyses, system schematics, reports, and other illustrations for the interpretation or leading presentation of complex mechanical design concepts.

• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and lead presentations that explain research, findings, system concepts, and recommendations to address HVAC design or construction issues and opportunities.

• Manage client relationships and provide key technical input on business development and opportunity/pursuit efforts, particularly related to HVAC system design innovations and general marketing.

• Develop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including client facility staff, manufacturer/vendor partners, colleague engineering staff, construction partners, and regulatory agencies.

• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline.

• 12+ years of relevant post‑education experience in mechanical and HVAC system design, including Healthcare, Lab, Higher Education, and Commercial environments.

• Engineer license required (multi‑state preferred).

• Extensive knowledge of HVAC system…