Security Systems Design Consultant - Buildings

Security Systems Design Consultant - Buildings Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Your Impact Starts Here — Join a team shaping the next generation of secure, resilient, and technology‑enabled buildings across Atlantic Canada. In this role, you’ll partner with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver security, IT, and audio‑visual solutions that protect communities and elevate user experience.

Your Impact

• Design integrated Security, IT, and AV systems that enhance safety, operability, and user confidence across public and private facilities.
• Lead and contribute to Security Systems Studies
  , concept narratives, schematic design, detailed design, construction documents, and project closeout.
• Conduct physical security and IT/AV infrastructure audits
  , translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Facilitate requirements workshops with clients and stakeholders to uncover technical, functional, and operational needs.
• Serve as a trusted subject matter expert
  , advising clients and representing WSP in the broader security and technology community.
• Produce polished, professional technical deliverables—including specifications, reports, and drawings
  —using tools such as REVIT, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Studio, and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Collaborate with local and national colleagues across Building Technologies and other disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.
• Participate in technical and project meetings with a wide stakeholder mix: executive, end‑user, consultant, and technical teams.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• You bring hands‑on experience with Security, IT infrastructure, and AV systems
  , from assessments to design delivery.
• You’ve worked with, or have exposure to,
  Threat & Risk Assessments and Physical Security methodologies.
• You’re comfortable navigating networking and IT infrastructure fundamentals in a consulting or technical capacity.
• You’re proficient with design and documentation tools including REVIT, AutoCAD, Bluebeam
  , and Microsoft 365.
• You can obtain a Public Works & Government Services Canada Level 2 (Secret) clearance and thrive in secure project environments.
• You’re adaptable—willing to travel when needed and manage occasional overtime to meet project milestones.
• You hold a valid driver’s licence and can travel to client sites across Atlantic Canada.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. We help tailor your role to match your ambition—your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work and real balance
  —we support your wellbeing at work and in life.

Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $85,100 – $112,800
MB & ON: $73,100 – $102,100
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $76,900 – $102,100

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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