Senior Security Systems Design Consultant - Buildings at WSP Canada — NeverHard
Senior Security Systems Design Consultant - Buildings at WSP Canada in Ottawa, Ottawa region. Skills: Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Physical Security Audits, Project lifecycle management, Security Systems Design. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
WSP Canada
Location
Ottawa, Ottawa region
Type
contract
Required skills:
Access Control
Intrusion Detection
Physical Security Audits
Project lifecycle management
Security Systems Design
Video Surveillance
stakeholder engagement
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
Shape Something Different
- Ready to design and deliver cutting-edge security solutions? This is your opportunity to shape the future of secure environments. Join our
Ottawa Building Technology Team
and take the lead on major, multidisciplinary security projects that blend strategy, technology, and hands-on expertise to create safer, smarter spaces.
Your Impact
Design integrated
security systems
including video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, duress, real-time locating, and related networks.
Lead and deliver complete project lifecycles-from studies and concept design through detailed design, construction documentation, tender review, construction administration, and project closeout.
Conduct
physical security audits and assessments
, translating insights into actionable recommendations.
Manage and lead
stakeholder engagement sessions
, uncovering technical and functional requirements.
Facilitate workshops to develop client-focused solutions across varied technologies.
Represent WSP as a
trusted subject matter expert
, advising clients across sectors.
Prepare clear, compelling
bids and proposals
and support business development across service offerings.
Develop professional technical deliverables-including specifications, reports, and visual documentation-using MS Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, and more.
Interpret, coordinate, and review drawings produced in
REVIT, AutoCAD
, and comparable platforms.
Participate in project and technical meetings with executives, end users, consultants, and technical teams.
Work collaboratively with local and national security and technology professionals to deliver integrated, high-impact solutions.
The Skills That Set You Apart
You bring
5+ years of security consulting
experience across complex, multidisciplinary projects.
You have demonstrable experience
managing large security projects
with confidence and commercial awareness.
You understand
project finance, contracts, and commercial models
, and can develop strong proposals and bids.
Experience with
Threat Risk Assessments
and physical security methodologies is an asset.
Familiarity with
Alliance, DBFM, Design-Build,
and other alternative delivery models is an advantage.
You bring networking and systems integration knowledge to support modern security design.
You are accomplished in delivering
presentations
to clients and internal teams.
You maintain or can obtain
Public Works & Government Services Canada Level 2 (Secret)
security clearance.
You hold a
valid driver's licence
and can travel for project assignments.
You're flexible-able to support occasional overtime and adapt to evolving project needs.
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
begin here; we help tailor your role to match your ambition.
Flexible work
and real
balance
-we support your wellbeing at work and in life.
Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:
$122,900 - $162,800
MB & ON:
$112,100 - $154,400
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC:
$111,000 - $147,400
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.
Make Your Mark with WSP
If you're driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in shaping the secure environments of tomorrow.At
WSP
, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At
WSP
, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
Join us.
Please 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. Full details here .
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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. Full details here .