Senior Data Consultant - Intelligent Infrastructure & Data Systems

WSP USA; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Data Consultant in London to deliver high-impact programmes for esteemed clients. In this role, you'll engage with diverse datasets, providing insights to guide strategic decisions. Applicants should have strong analytical skills and proficiency in tools like SQL and Python. The position offers a hybrid work model, promoting work-life balance alongside comprehensive health support and a culture of inclusivity. Join this dynamic team to make a positive impact.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Gymflex scheme for gym memberships

Virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver technical tasks independently within data projects.
• Strong client-facing skills in requirements gathering and presenting insights.
• Experience engaging stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and delivery of data engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with clients to tackle technical challenges.
• Explore and model data to uncover insights.

Skills

SQL

Python

Azure

Power BI

spatial data analysis

GIS tools

Education

Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field

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.

We’re growing our Intelligent Infrastructure – Systems & Data Architecture capability to meet the rising demand for data-driven solutions across transport, urban planning, environmental monitoring, and public services. From autonomous vehicles and digital twins to climate resilience and smart cities, our work spans sectors where data makes a real difference.

A little more about your role…

We’re looking for a Senior Data Consultant to help us deliver high-impact programmes for clients like National Highways, the Danish Road Directorate , and other public sector organisations. You’ll work with data from a wide spectrum-traffic flows, environmental sensors, geospatial systems, citizen services, and infrastructure networks-to solve complex problems and guide strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design and lead tasks within delivery of data engineering, analytics, and reporting solutions across varied domains.
• Collaborate with clients, partners, and supply chains to tackle technical and operational challenges.
• Explore and model data from diverse sources—transport, spatial, environmental, and operational—to uncover insights.
• Shape data strategies and roadmaps, and design solutions that align with client goals.
• Provide technical assurance and act as a trusted advisor across projects.
• Contribute to proposals and help shape delivery plans in multi-disciplinary environments.
• Champion data excellence across our team and global networks, mentoring others and sharing best practices.

What we wil be looking for you to demonstrate...

• Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Proven ability to deliver technical tasks independently within data projects.
• Strong client-facing skills: requirements gathering, presenting insights, facilitating solution testing.
• Experience conducting discovery activities and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with a creative approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in tools like SQL , Python , Azure and Power BI .
• Experience with spatial data analysis , GIS tools , and working with varied datasets (e.g., sensor data, operational data, public service data).
• Understanding of data management and governance best practices , along with familiarity with documentation standards.

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.

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.