Principal/ Associate Geospatial (GIS) Consultant

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal/Associate Geospatial Consultant, where you'll lead innovative geospatial solutions across diverse sectors. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive digital transformation, enhance decision-making, and deliver measurable value to clients. This role offers opportunities for professional development and career progression, all while contributing to impactful projects. Embrace your curiosity and thrive in an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse perspectives. Make a meaningful impact and leave a legacy with your work.

Qualifications

• Experience in GIS and data management across various sectors.
• Proven experience in managing Esri Enterprise solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead GIS elements on major projects in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Drive digital transformation through innovative geospatial solutions.

Skills

GIS principles

Esri Enterprise solutions

Esri ArcGIS Pro

Python

Microsoft Azure services

Customer service

Education

Degree in Geospatial Science or related field

Tools

Esri ArcGIS Online

FME

PowerApps

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

As a Principal/Associate Geospatial Consultant at WSP, you will play a pivotal role in supporting multi-disciplinary projects across Water, Energy, Earth, and Environment. You will join a growing team of geospatial professionals committed to driving digital transformation and advancing our geospatial capabilities.

In this role, you will lead the geospatial elements of complex, multi-disciplinary projects, applying your expertise to improve project delivery. Your work will help clients unlock efficiencies across programmes, visualise and interpret complex data, and make data-informed decisions.

Collaborating with a dynamic team of subject matter experts, you will champion the full potential of GIS to enhance decision-making processes, streamline workflows, and deliver measurable value to both internal and external clients. You will play a key role in identifying and realising opportunities through innovative geospatial solutions.

Trust and collaboration are at the core of our Geospatial team. Your leadership and communication skills will be essential as you help shape the team’s technical governance, develop skills, and support continued growth.

Beyond the technical aspects, you will have opportunities for professional development and career progression. WSP is committed to your growth, offering networking prospects and continuous learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Join us at WSP, where your curiosity is celebrated, and your career can flourish in an inclusive and supportive environment. This is your chance to do meaningful work and leave a legacy.

Responsibilities will include…

• Lead the GIS element on major projects in a multi-disciplinary environment

• Drive digital transformation through innovative and client-focussed geospatial solutions across Water, Energy, Earth, and Environment

• Manage programme and resource effectively, ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with established standards, scope, and budget

• Understand client needs to provide technical advice and solutions, including preparing proposals and bids to support business development

• Manage and develop a technical team with a customer-focused approach to quality and service delivery

• Lead the development and documentation of efficient working practices to provide industry-leading, best-value services to clients.

• Innovate and self-motivate in delivering high-quality solutions

• Occasionally travel to other offices for business development and project meetings

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Core principles of GIS and GI data management and an ability to apply them across various sectors

• Proven experience in managing and deploying Esri Enterprise solutions, including:

• Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and Mobile Apps

• Strong knowledge of Enterprise FME (Form and Flow) for data integration and automation

• Experienced in driving digital transformation initiatives, including the integration of Microsoft business applications (e.g. PowerApps) into geospatial services

• Skilled in least one of the following to develop custom geospatial applications, including Esri APIs where relevant: Python, JavaScript, SQL, and R/Shiny

• Proficient in utilising Microsoft Azure services for cloud-based solutions (or similar)

• Successfully leading a small team to deliver technical tasks and geospatial services

• Customer focussed approach to quality and service, with the ability to identify value-add opportunities by integrating GIS

• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to developing new skills and keeping up to date with technology

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.