WSP in the U.S.
Overview
We are a global leader in environmental consulting with world‑class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 75,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.
Job Description As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
Opportunity WSP is seeking a Geographic Information Systems candidate with 1‑3 years of experience to support our Southwest Mountain Civil Ground Engineering Team.
This position provides technical assistance and guidance for capturing, modeling, and analyzing geographical and tabular data to illustrate and determine spatial relationships as it pertains to client projects. It also involves supporting multi‑site/phase projects, overseeing spatial mapping, discovering patterns and trends, and developing mapping applications and tools at the intersection of data analysis, programming, and cartography. Additionally, you will assist with environmental impact assessment, master planning, corrective/mitigation strategy development, permitting, and restoration activities, ensuring high‑quality deliverables that meet or exceed industry standards.
Your Impact
Lead and conduct GIS surveys and reports from field sites for project research and investigation.
Support quality control standards and procedures for accurate measurements, documentation, and high‑level analysis of incoming data.
Model and prepare topographic, thematic maps, graphs, and tabular data using GPS, aerial photographs, and other tools.
Verify integrity, accuracy, and authenticity of geospatial data collected from the field, clients, or public data sources, and prepare GIS segments for impact assessment and permitting activities (e.g., CEQA, NEPA).
Prepare data visualizations such as maps, tables, charts, reports, and illustrations for interpretation or presentation.
Oversee compliance with guidelines and project‑specific procedures, maintain data collection logs, and manage a digital library of geographic maps.
Provide informed input to planners, scientists, and engineers on spatial data analysis and interpretation, offering insight for threat mitigation, master planning, and permitting.
Assist with coordinating cross‑functional project work and interacting with CADD technicians on project documents.
Maintain or modify existing GIS databases and demonstrate proficiency with geodatabase design.
Publish and manage ArcGIS Online solutions, dashboards, and hosted feature services; interact with regulatory agencies, communities, subcontractors, and clients professionally.
Remain current in latest GIS practices, methods, and techniques.
Exercise responsible, ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Planning, or a related field.
1‑3 years of relevant post‑education experience in GIS.
Significant experience with ESRI’s ArcGIS platform.
Understanding of AutoCAD, Python, Visual Basic, Arcade, or SQL programming.
Strong analytical skills and experience with research techniques, data modeling, digitizing files, and maintaining records and databases.
Proficiency with GPS/GNSS field equipment, plotting coordinates, and data collection.
Experience coordinating with clients, regulatory permitting and resource agencies, communities, and technical staff.
Task‑management experience with small‑to‑mid‑level projects, including tracking hours and expenses.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with diverse audiences.
Strong self‑leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently and provide analytical findings with strict QA/QC.
Proficiency with business writing, office automation, and web mapping applications.
Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to reach conclusions from research, data collation, and identify effective solutions.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to WSP’s safety and harassment policies.
Flexible to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek and potential travel.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous consulting experience.
Experience with both ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro, and with publishing/building ArcGIS Online hosted feature services, web maps, Survey123, dashboards, and other web‑based solutions.
Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, covering medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation or personal time; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, or naturalization proceedings.
Compensation Expected Salary: $65,900 – $85,600 (USD) based on education, experience, and geographic location. WSP reserves the right to adjust compensation above or below the posted range.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
Equal Opportunity Employer WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Notice to Third‑Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation—no fee or compensation will be owed to the recruiter or agency.
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Job Description As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
Opportunity WSP is seeking a Geographic Information Systems candidate with 1‑3 years of experience to support our Southwest Mountain Civil Ground Engineering Team.
This position provides technical assistance and guidance for capturing, modeling, and analyzing geographical and tabular data to illustrate and determine spatial relationships as it pertains to client projects. It also involves supporting multi‑site/phase projects, overseeing spatial mapping, discovering patterns and trends, and developing mapping applications and tools at the intersection of data analysis, programming, and cartography. Additionally, you will assist with environmental impact assessment, master planning, corrective/mitigation strategy development, permitting, and restoration activities, ensuring high‑quality deliverables that meet or exceed industry standards.
Your Impact
Lead and conduct GIS surveys and reports from field sites for project research and investigation.
Support quality control standards and procedures for accurate measurements, documentation, and high‑level analysis of incoming data.
Model and prepare topographic, thematic maps, graphs, and tabular data using GPS, aerial photographs, and other tools.
Verify integrity, accuracy, and authenticity of geospatial data collected from the field, clients, or public data sources, and prepare GIS segments for impact assessment and permitting activities (e.g., CEQA, NEPA).
Prepare data visualizations such as maps, tables, charts, reports, and illustrations for interpretation or presentation.
Oversee compliance with guidelines and project‑specific procedures, maintain data collection logs, and manage a digital library of geographic maps.
Provide informed input to planners, scientists, and engineers on spatial data analysis and interpretation, offering insight for threat mitigation, master planning, and permitting.
Assist with coordinating cross‑functional project work and interacting with CADD technicians on project documents.
Maintain or modify existing GIS databases and demonstrate proficiency with geodatabase design.
Publish and manage ArcGIS Online solutions, dashboards, and hosted feature services; interact with regulatory agencies, communities, subcontractors, and clients professionally.
Remain current in latest GIS practices, methods, and techniques.
Exercise responsible, ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Planning, or a related field.
1‑3 years of relevant post‑education experience in GIS.
Significant experience with ESRI’s ArcGIS platform.
Understanding of AutoCAD, Python, Visual Basic, Arcade, or SQL programming.
Strong analytical skills and experience with research techniques, data modeling, digitizing files, and maintaining records and databases.
Proficiency with GPS/GNSS field equipment, plotting coordinates, and data collection.
Experience coordinating with clients, regulatory permitting and resource agencies, communities, and technical staff.
Task‑management experience with small‑to‑mid‑level projects, including tracking hours and expenses.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with diverse audiences.
Strong self‑leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently and provide analytical findings with strict QA/QC.
Proficiency with business writing, office automation, and web mapping applications.
Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to reach conclusions from research, data collation, and identify effective solutions.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to WSP’s safety and harassment policies.
Flexible to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek and potential travel.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous consulting experience.
Experience with both ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro, and with publishing/building ArcGIS Online hosted feature services, web maps, Survey123, dashboards, and other web‑based solutions.
Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, covering medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation or personal time; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, or naturalization proceedings.
Compensation Expected Salary: $65,900 – $85,600 (USD) based on education, experience, and geographic location. WSP reserves the right to adjust compensation above or below the posted range.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
Equal Opportunity Employer WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Notice to Third‑Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation—no fee or compensation will be owed to the recruiter or agency.
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