GIS Consultant – WSP UK & Ireland
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Overview
Digital is changing the way we deliver in the water industry. Emerging technologies such as Generative Design, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Twins, and advanced analytics will transform our work. We support clients pushing the boundaries of technology to increase productivity and deliver real efficiencies throughout the asset lifecycle.
Responsibilities
* Advance the adoption of geospatial and ETL technologies across water projects, enabling teams to understand value and apply GIS to improve planning, delivery, and efficiency.
* Lead and support multidisciplinary water infrastructure and environmental projects by delivering high‑quality GIS outputs, spatial analysis, and robust data management using ArcGIS Pro, ETL tools, and other geospatial technologies.
* Champion digital delivery within the water sector through innovative web‑based GIS platforms and applications, leveraging ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise.
* Take ownership of data integrity, managing and validating spatial data captured in‑house and by third parties, including the design and administration of local and enterprise geodatabases for water assets, networks, and environmental datasets.
* Deliver GIS outputs for water projects that meet defined standards, scope, and budget, consistently achieving high technical quality and strong outcomes for clients and stakeholders.
* Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners across the water sector to understand operational, regulatory, and environmental requirements and deliver tailored geospatial solutions.
* Actively share knowledge, ideas, and technical innovation to strengthen GIS capability and digital maturity within water‑focused teams.
* Help shape efficient, repeatable working practices that enable industry‑leading, best‑value digital and geospatial services for water clients.
* Provide specialist GIS and spatial data expertise across the business, supporting water, wastewater, flood risk, drainage, and environmental services wherever required.
* Maintain a commitment to continuous professional development, staying ahead of emerging digital, geospatial, and data technologies.
* Innovation: Develop new ideas and approaches to improve processes and create value, generate ideas, involve clients, and collaborate with suppliers and innovators.
Qualifications
* Undergraduate or higher degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience and qualifications.
* Experience with desktop GIS packages such as ArcGIS Pro or QGIS and web‑based technologies for creating interactive web maps and applications.
* Knowledge of configuring ArcGIS web applications such as Experience Builder, Dashboards, 3D scenes, Survey123, and Field Maps.
* Experience building automation flows in FME Desktop and publishing workflows using FME Flow.
* Appreciation and awareness of programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, Arcade, and other visualization, modeling, and automation packages and their interoperability.
* Strong understanding of GIS principles and data management.
* Strong communication skills to effectively understand team requirements and influence behaviors, fostering a culture of innovation.
* Appreciation of wider digital developments and associated benefits in the water or construction industry.
What If You Don’t Meet All the Criteria?
Apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
Benefits & Culture
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. At WSP, work‑life balance is important; our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week.
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.
We are committed to supporting our people’s health and wellbeing through programmes such as the Thrive programme, a virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, a gym flex scheme, and a comprehensive menopause support package.
Working Hours & Flexibility
You can take an hour each day for personal activities with the “WSP My Hour” program, and we also offer part‑time, flexible working arrangements, additional leave options, and the ability to use bank holidays.
Professional Development
We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and chartership pathways.
EEO Statement
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.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Information Technology
Industries
Professional Services
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