Security Technology Design Consultant

Security Technology Design Consultant role at WSP in Canada

Join us to design and deliver cutting‑edge security solutions. We’re looking for a passionate Security Consultant to lead major security system projects across the region and make a real impact.

Shape the future of secure environments by blending technology, strategy, and hands‑on expertise, and create safer, smarter spaces.

• 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.

• Security consulting specifically in all of the following:
  • Technical security systems design (video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, duress, real‑time locating and the integration and networking of these systems)
  • Physical Security Audits and Assessments
  • Seeing projects through from beginning to end including:
    Security Systems Studies, Concept Design Narratives, Schematic Design, Detailed Design, Construction Documents, Tender Review, Project Management, Construction Administration and Project Closeout.
• Involved in stakeholder engagement and running requirements workshops with clients and stakeholders.
• Participate in workshops to elicit technical and functional requirements from a broad range of stakeholders, and developing client‑focused solutions across a varied mix of technologies.
• Advising clients as a subject matter expert and representing WSP as leaders in the Security and Technology field.
• Developing professional, client‑facing documents, including technical specifications and reports, using standard software tools such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Visio, MS PowerPoint, Bluebeam Studio and Adobe Acrobat, among others.
• Interpreting and reviewing typical design and construction issue technical drawings developed using REVIT, AutoCAD and similar tools.
• Participating in technical and project meetings with a varied audience and participant mix, including management/executive, end‑user, and technical personnel.
• Instructing and guiding other, less experienced team members, in the development/production of CAD/Revit project deliverables.
• Working individually or collaboratively with the local and wider security team and other disciplines within the business.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a security consultancy.
• Familiarity with alternate delivery models (Alliance, DBFM, Design Build, etc.) is an asset.
• Experience with Threat Risk Assessments and Physical Security is an asset.
• Experience in networking preferred.
• Demonstrable experience managing large security projects.
• Commercial acumen essential.
• Be accomplished in delivering presentations.
• A flexible approach to the working environment.
• Ability to obtain a Public Works and Government Services Canada Level 2 security clearance and work in a secure environment.
• Must be able to work normal hours of Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, but also be willing to work overtime including evening and weekends when necessary.
• Must be willing to travel periodically and as required for project assignments.
• Must hold valid driver’s license and vehicle for…