Scott Savage to Lead Advanced Facilities and Multi-Site Programs at WSP

Versatile building industry veteran joins the firm to enhance advanced manufacturing capabilities and ensure delivery of high-quality multi-site programs nationally.

HOUSTON — WSP, a leading engineering, environment, and professional services consultancy, hired Scott Savage as senior vice president for advanced facilities and multi-site programs across the U.S. Property and Buildings business.

Advanced facilities encompass complex, multidisciplinary planning and design within the technology-driven manufacturing sector. Savage brings both technical and leadership excellence to the role gleaned from 24 years of experience in the built environment. His expertise includes design and project management within healthcare, aviation, energy and power, corporate commercial, and electric vehicle (EV) and battery sectors.

In his most recent role, Savage led cross-disciplinary teams in advancing EVs and battery development.

“Advanced manufacturing facilities are at a point of particular significance in our country, in part, because they contribute to quality enhancement, efficiency and productivity, higher-paying labor opportunities and climate benefits,” Savage said.

“Scott is a client-focused leader committed to motivating and growing teams,” said Alastair MacGregor, WSP senior vice president and U.S. Property and Buildings leader. “He will be at the forefront of energy transition, ensuring that WSP projects and clients are Future Ready®.”

Savage, who is based in WSP’s Houston office, is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. He serves on the Mechanical Engineering Advisory Council at his alma mater.

About WSP in the U.S.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering, environment and professional services firms. Recognized in 2023 on TIME’s list of the world’s best companies and Fortune’s Change the World list, WSP is driving social impact and commitment to ESG. WSP in the U.S. brings together engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals who are dedicated to collaborate in the best interests of serving local communities. WSP designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With approximately 14,000 employees in 300 offices across the U.S., WSP partners with its clients to help communities prosper. wsp.com