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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate (Building Technology Systems) - **Company:** WSP - **Location:** Leeds, UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Centers, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Interoperability, Systems Integration, Building Management System (BMS), SC Clearance, Information Technology - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815616911-associate-building-technology-systems ## About the Role * Demonstrate interest in emerging technologies in the built environment, evidenced through practical application, research or professional experience and have the ability to articulate potential applications, innovations and impacts. * Experience in Smart Building Technology design and project delivery of medium to large building projects. * Ability to develop, review and specify solutions architectures that integrate building systems with enterprise IT infrastructure, interoperability, and data exchange considering cybersecurity and operational resilience. * Experience developing systems integration strategies that bridge traditional building automation with modern IoT, cloud platforms, and enterprise systems. * Ability to develop digital strategies centred around Smart buildings, including integration approaches, solution review, technical specifications, and architecture topologies. * Proven ability to engage with clients, working groups, designers, and vendors to develop smart building solutions that meet client and governance criteria. * Understanding of design and specification and implementation of building systems technologies, documenting formal requirements for approval and development, and roadmaps to implementation. * Capability to produce detailed design and performance specification, subject to review by colleagues prior to issue. * Understanding of cybersecurity considerations for smart building implementations. * Demonstrated understanding of emerging AI solutions relevant to the built environment, with the ability to articulate potential application and practical use cases. * Contribute to bids and proposals; assist in identifying opportunities within existing or new clients and support teams in securing follow-on work. * Provide clear and visible technical leadership for building technology workstreams, offering advice and direction to project teams and junior colleagues. * Review reports and designs to evaluate approaches and technical designs against smart building expectations. Clearly document reviews, risk assessments, and issue resolution. * Have the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and communicate technical detail graphically and effectively with other members of the project team, stakeholders & clients. * A detailed understanding of specialist building systems including MEP, BMS, fire safety, lighting and security systems, the ICT infrastructure aspects of deploying modern smart buildings. * In-depth knowledge of smart building rating systems such as SmartScore, Smart Building certification; awareness of relevant industry accredited certification such as WELL, LEED, NABERS, BREEAM, etc. * CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers) / IET / Engineering Council accredited or specific experience that will lead to chartership. * Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and must be capable of achieving SC-level UK security clearance. Demystifying Vetting - GOV.UK. ## Description * You will be joining our expanding Buildings Technology Systems team, as a Smart Building & System integration technical specialist, with accountability for design, project management and delivery of projects from inception through to handover to the client. * At WSP our Building Technology Systems (BTS) team provide Smart, ICT, Audio Visual & System Integration design. * We're looking for an Associate level Engineer to join the UK Building Technology Systems team with a background in technical delivery of smart building system integration. * You will take a key technical leadership role leading from concept stage through detailed design, managing technology design & systems integration design activities on multi-disciplinary design projects in coordination with Architects, Engineers, and specialist consultants. * You will liaise with clients and stakeholders to understand, develop, and interpret their requirements from concept stage through to detailed design, on multi-disciplinary design projects in coordination with Architects, Engineers, and specialist consultants. * Collaborate across WSP with specialists in areas like Security, Lighting, ICT, VT, BMS, AV to develop holistic and comprehensive Smart Buildings solutions. * Create future-ready buildings to deliver great user experiences, innovating the building landscape. Your Team We work on a variety of projects, helping clients to navigate and embrace emerging technologies. We work closely with building owners, tenants, and developers from around the world on large, complex projects with a focus on user experience, operational efficiency, and sustainability. 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