Senior GIS Analyst

WSP in Canada; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada is seeking a Senior GIS Analyst to join the GeoAnalytics and Mapping team on a full-time basis. You will support diverse projects globally, creating GIS data, maps and posters while collaborating with scientists, engineers, and consultants.

You will lead GIS components on complex projects, mentor junior staff, and help develop scalable GIS solutions across ArcGIS platforms. A strong cartographic and data quality focus is essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced GIS education with substantial practical experience.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online/Portal.
• Strong cartographic skills and the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Proven QA/QC experience ensuring data quality and accuracy.
• Experience leading GIS components of medium to high complexity projects.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multi-discipline project teams to integrate requirements.
• Work across archaeology, geotech, mining and environmental science domains.
• Create GIS data from diverse sources and convert between formats.
• Provide technical 2D maps, figures and posters for proposals and reports.
• Organize and publish data using ArcGIS Online/Enterprise platforms.
• Develop and implement GIS solutions and enterprise geospatial databases.
• Mentor and share knowledge to develop team skills.

Skills

GIS analysis

ArcGIS Pro

QA/QC

Project leadership

Client communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Bi-lingual英语/ French

Education

Advanced Diploma in GIS

Bachelor's or Master's in GIS

GIS Professional Certification (GISP)

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS 10.X

ArcGIS Online/Portal/WebApps

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

The Opportunity

Explore Limitless Possibilities

WSP Canada has an immediate opportunity for a Senior GIS Analyst to join our GeoAnalytics and Mapping team on a full-time basis. This Senior role consists of working on multi-discipline project teams to provide GIS support on a wide variety of unique projects locally and around the world for WSP’s Earth and Environment team.

You will be part of one of Canada’s largest Spatial Information Management and Digital Design teams, which includes GIS technicians, GIS Analysts, Information Managers, Web Developers, Solutions Developers, Drafters, Designers and BIM practitioners. We are part of a global technical community, that collaborates, innovates, solves solutions, build enduring relationships, excels, and grows professionally in a strong culture of ownership.

Your Impact

• You'll be collaborating with multi-discipline project teams consisting of scientists, engineers, and consultants; understanding the project requirements and incorporating those requirements into your work;
• Working in various fields including archaeology, geotechnical engineering, mining, and biological environmental sciences;
• Creates GIS data from a variety of sources, digital or analog, and conducts conversion between various file types (i.e., text, tabular, CAD, and other GIS formats);
• You'll be providing technical 2D maps, figures, charts and presentation posters to support proposals and reports, on a wide variety of projects collaborating with colleagues around the country;
• Organizing and bringing data to life using web-based platforms e.g. ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise;
• Responsible for quality assurance and control with adherence to global company standards, processes, and best practices;
• Developing and implementing GIS solutions;
• Creation and management of enterprise geospatial databases;
• Continuous knowledge sharing, training, and mentoring to develop your skills and develop your career.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Advanced Diploma in GIS or a combination of demonstrated GIS experience and post-secondary education; Typically, a bachelor's or master's degree; GIS Professional Certification (GISP) is an asset
• At least ten years of relevant experience with Geographic Information Systems and particularly ESRI products (ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS 10.X, and extensions, ArcGIS Online/Portal/WebApps)
• Strong cartographic skills including the ability to adhere to standards and communication highly complex information in an accessible and attractive manner;
• Ability to supervise QA/QC processes to ensure data quality and accuracy
• Ability to serve as a point of contact for internal and external clients
• Lead the GIS components of moderate to high complexity projects
• Communicates effectively with internal teams and external clients
• Develops and maintains client relationships
• Analyzes client needs and translates them into GIS workflows
• Provides expert advice to internal teams and external clientsSupports scoping and proposal efforts
• Demonstrated experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced deadline and deliverable-oriented setting;
• Strong verbal, written, and graphical communication abilities;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Ability to make independent decisions on complex technical and project matters
• Exercises sound judgment in prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Delegates tasks and supervises junior staff effectively
• Proven ability to document and communicate work in a professional manner;
• Working experience developing and implementing GIS solutions, especially in the areas of productivity, QA/QC, mobile data capture, geospatial analysis, spatial ETL and workflow automation would be an asset.
• Bilingual in English and French would be an asset

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• 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. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $93,700 - $124,200
• MB & ON: $85,500 - $117,800
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $84,700 - $112,400

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.

Ready to Map What Comes Next?

Bring your GIS expertise to projects that connect people, data, and place.

About Us

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 .