Infrastructure Strategy Associate Consultant (Early Career)

WSP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking recent undergraduates for the Advisory & Planning Associate Program across our Washington, D.C., Chicago, IL, New York, NY or San Francisco, CA offices with an August 2027 start. You will be involved in projects within Advisory & Planning, helping clients meet objectives and solve challenges.

As an Early Career Associate Consultant you will explore funding, organizational design, economic analysis, data analytics, and asset management; you will work with industry thought

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in civil engineering, business, economics, finance, urban or transportation planning, policy, computer/data science, environmental science, or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Demonstrated research skills and experience
• Ability to think creatively, work independently, and deliver high quality work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment, synthesize problems, and communicate point of view and analytical results
• Proactive and curious about exploring new fields and meeting new people
• Proficiency with technical writing, office software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools
• Interest or experience in the infrastructure industry and related sectors
• 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
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Responsibilities

• Analyzing needs and opportunities
• Researching and reporting out on industry trends
• Evaluating alternatives and priorities
• Developing the business case for infrastructure investments
• Writing reports and grant applications
• Supporting client meetings and workshops
• Analyzing project and program funding and financing options
• Reviewing and interpreting legislation and guidance
• Performing quantitative analyses and data analytics
• Developing financial models
• Providing strategic support in all phases of infrastructure planning and project development

Job description

WSP USA is seeking recent undergraduates for the Advisory & Planning Associate Program across our Washington, D.C., Chicago, IL, New York, NY or San Francisco, CA offices with an August 2027 start. You will be involved in projects within Advisory & Planning, helping clients meet objectives and solve challenges.

As an Early Career Associate Consultant you will explore funding, organizational design, economic analysis, data analytics, and asset management; you will work with industry thought