Environmental Data Analytics Specialist

WSP Global Inc.; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. seeks an Environmental Data Analytics Specialist for Redmond, Seattle, or Portland offices. You will work with the Environment, Remediation, and Water Team on data management and GIS tasks.

The role emphasizes data manipulation, GIS updates, QC, and producing analytical reports while collaborating across projects and teams in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related environmental/science field.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro (ArcMap/ArcCatalog).
• Familiarity with database development (MS Access/EQuIS).
• Basic programming knowledge (Python, R, or Visual Basic).
• Familiarity with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Interpersonal communication for diverse audiences.
• Commitment to safety and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate geographic and non-geographic data; manage data and develop automated processes.
• Revise GIS layers and create new layers per standards.
• Maintain QC for accurate measurement and documentation.
• Assist with basic environmental science work on ecological systems, air and water resources.
• Manage multiple projects with time and budget discipline.
• Work in a production environment as part of a team.
• Prepare technical documentation of project requirements and plans.
• Maintain metadata and best practices for systems and data.
• Prepare analytical and progress reports for meetings.
• Adhere to WSP Code of Conduct and policies.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Self-leadership

Business writing

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science/Geology/Chemistry/Natural Resources/Geography/CS/GIS

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

MS Access

EQuIS

Python

R

Visual Basic

MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Environmental Data Analytics Specialist for our Redmond, WA, Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR offices. Be involved in projects with our Environment, Remediation, and Water Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Perform both geographic and non-geographic data manipulation, data management and analysis, and develop/use automated data management processes using a variety of software environments.
• Revise existing GIS layers and create new layers following established standards and procedures.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
• Assist with performing basic professional environmental science work relating to ecological systems, air, and water resources, assisting with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing entry-level technical assistance on various environmental issues.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, with a commitment to keeping projects on time and within budget.
• Work in a production-oriented environment as part of a team.
• Prepare technical documentation of project requirements, procedures, execution, and implementation plans.
• Maintain metadata and best practices to support systems and data.
• Assist in the preparation of various analytical reports and monthly progress reports suitable for meetings.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Natural Resources Management, Geography, Computer Science, GIS, or a related science field.
• Experience using ESRI's ArcGIS Pro (ArcMap, ArcCatalog).
• Basic familiarity with database development and management (using MS Access and/or EQuIS).
• Basic familiarity with programming languages (for example Python, R, or Visual Basic).
• Familiarity with other Microsoft Office software (Excel, Office, Word, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Must possess good organizational and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Natural Resources Management, Geography, Computer Science, GIS, or a related science field.
• Experience with laboratory analytical data packages and electronic data reports.
• Experience using ESRI’s ArcGIS Spatial Analyst Extension.
• Proficient with programming languages Python , R, and/or Visual Basic.
• Experience with 3D environmental visualization software (e.g. LeapFrog, EVS).
• Experience with code version control systems such as git.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $63,000 - $86,600

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.