Lead Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

Be involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their most complex challenges.

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future‑focused business objectives. Our devotion to collaboration and technical excellence has allowed us to help shape communities and skylines across the globe. Here at WSP, growth, leadership, and impact are within reach.

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Mechanical Engineer for our Dallas, TX office.

Role Summary

The P6 Lead Mechanical Engineer is a senior technical and people leader responsible for setting technical direction, ensuring quality delivery, mentoring staff, and supporting business growth for complex building projects. This role serves as a trusted advisor to clients, a mentor to engineering teams, and a collaborator with regional and national leadership.

Your Impact

Technical Leadership & Project Delivery

• Provide senior‑level technical leadership for the planning, design, and construction administration of mechanical systems for vertical construction projects across healthcare, commercial, higher education, science & technology, and mission‑critical sectors.
• Establish mechanical design strategies, basis‑of‑design narratives, and system selection aligned with client goals, sustainability objectives, operational efficiency, and lifecycle cost considerations.
• Serve as Engineer of Record or senior technical reviewer on complex projects; ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Lead multidisciplinary coordination efforts and resolve complex technical and constructability challenges.
• Champion QA/QC processes and peer reviews, ensuring deliverables meet WSP standards and contractual obligations.

Client Leadership & Business Development

• Act as a trusted technical advisor to key clients; maintain and grow long‑term client relationships.
• Support pursuit strategies, including proposal development, technical narratives, interviews, scope clarification, and fee development.
• Identify opportunities to expand services, cross‑sell capabilities, and grow market presence in the region.

People & Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop engineers and designers; provide technical guidance, performance feedback, and career development support.
• Build high‑performing project teams and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support resource planning and workload forecasting in coordination with discipline and office leadership.

Oversight, Risk & Financial Management

• Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and technical risk mitigation.
• Monitor scope, fees, and project performance; proactively address risks, changes, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with WSP health, safety, and risk management policies.

Innovation & Thought Leadership

• Promote best practices, emerging technologies, digital tools, and sustainable design approaches.
• Contribute to regional and national technical initiatives, knowledge sharing, and standards development.
• Remain current on evolving codes, regulations, and industry trends.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree