WSP is currently seeking an experienced sustainability project manager to join our Climate Change, Resilience and Sustainability team as a Sustainability Advisor. Ideally, the successful candidate will have a background in sustainable buildings or infrastructure with 5-8 years of related experience.
Opportunity
WSP is currently seeking a project manager to join our national Sustainability team. Ideally located in Toronto, ON with options for location in Vancouver, Kitchener or Montreal. WSP's Sustainability team is part of WSP’s larger national Climate Change, Resilience and Sustainability team.
Why WSP?
Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country.
Enhance the world around you - WSP is the fabric of Canada.
Outstanding career opportunities - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
A phenomenal collaborative culture filled with genuinely good people .
We offer attractive pay, a great corporate culture, comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform, as well as flexible work options including remote work.
Reporting to the Manager of Sustainability, this role is responsible for managing sustainability projects for clients in real estate, healthcare, government and other sectors.
What you will do at WSP:
Delivery of best-in-class sustainability and high-performance building services.
Manage multiple projects to deliver a quality service on time, and on budget.
Interact with client staff, architects, engineers, contractors, industry representatives and construction trades.
Facilitate green building certifications (LEED, Green Globes, BOMA BEST, WELL, Envision, etc.).
Facilitate, participate and promote an integrated design process.
Manage the delivery of sustainability and analysis services required for the project (energy modeling, life cycle assessment, climate resilience, etc.).
Provide technical support and guidance on sustainability concepts, strategies and design.
Collaborate with and lead design teams to achieve high-performance and sustainable building objectives.
Develop clear and concise written reports that convey technical information and client recommendations.
Contribute to proposals and client management activities.
Provide technical leadership to internal and external teams.
Contribute to the knowledge and professional development of employees in the group.
Lead knowledge and process development initiatives in their area of expertise.
What you bring to WSP:
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical or Building Systems Engineering, or Building Sustainability.
LEED AP with specialty in good standing (BD+C preferred, O+M or ID+C is a plus).
WELL AP, Passive House, Envision certifications are assets.
Proven experience (5+ years) in sustainability consulting, green building certification, and high-performance building design.
Experience with corporate sustainability reporting and life-cycle assessment is an asset.
Thorough understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with high profile customers and teams.
Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management skills.
Self-directed and self-motivated in a fast-paced environment.
Desire to learn continuously and enhance technical skills.
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