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Join to apply for the Electrical Designer, Buildings role at WSP in CanadaJoin to apply for the Electrical Designer, Buildings role at WSP in CanadaGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Job DescriptionWSP is currently seeking an Experienced Electrical Designer to join our Buildings BC team in Vancouver.Job DescriptionWSP is currently seeking an Experienced Electrical Designer to join our Buildings BC team in Vancouver.WSPs electrical engineering engages in various projects in the commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, light industrial and transportation sectors across BC. Reporting to an Electrical Team Lead, this position will be responsible for electrical design, leading documentation preparation, construction reviews, administration, client communication and project management.Why WSP?We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and BelongingOur 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.#WeAreWSPA day in the life:Youll be using your expertise to design electrical systems for a wide variety of building types and locations throughout BC and the Yukon (having your PSPC Reliability clearance would be a huge asset!).Youll be managing project assignments within the electrical buildings field, including power distribution, infrastructure, lighting, life safety, communications, data and security systems, from the opportunity and proposal stages through design and construction.You will be participating with a design team of electrical engineers and technicians, focused on technical solutions, developing electrical designs, taking responsibility for the preparation of project drawings and specifications and reviewing fieldwork.Youll be communicating with the client, other design team partners, authorities and contractors.You will be working on the design of power distribution (normal and backup power), infrastructure, lighting, fire alarm, data and security systems for buildings in the health care and institutional/commercial sectors.Youll be ensuring the electrical design complies with the BC Building Code, the Canadian Electrical Code, and other codes as required.Youll understand and practice safe work procedures.Youll understand and adhere to project budgets and timelines while maintaining accurate and prompt project tracking, management and billing.Youll review and assess existing systems and prepare condition reports and feasibility studies.Youll prepare load calculations utilizing industry-standard load and lighting analysis software.Youll select systems and equipment and prepare project specifications.Youll coordinate the preparation of project drawings utilizing industry-standard CAD and BIM software.Youll participate in the preparation of fee proposals and business development activities where requested.Youll provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff members.Wed love to hear from you if you have:5+ years of experience in electrical design consulting for buildings and infrastructure.Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.A can do attitude, courteous communication, an organized approach to work tasks and responsibilities, attention to detail, ability to work independently and in a team environment.Ability to lead a team to deliver design submissions, often with demanding timelines.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD, Proficiency with AGI or ETAP is considered an asset.Ability to deliver comprehensive design submissions, often with demanding timelines.Experience in creating tender document packages with drawings and specifications.Experience with site reviews of building electrical systems.An extensive understanding of building construction and building electrical systems and infrastructure.A detailed working knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, BC Building Code and the National Building Code of Canada.CompensationExpected Salary (all locations): $91,200 to $125,400 per yearWSPCanadais providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it will pay for this position based on the successful applicants education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to the specific geographic location.About UsWSP 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 reputationWe are locally dedicated with international scaleWe are future focused and challenge the status quoWe foster collaboration in everything we doWe have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountablePlease 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. 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