Senior GIS Consultant

Senior GIS Consultant

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior GIS Consultant to join our Power & Energy team in Boise,  following location will also be considered:
Atlanta, GA, Denver, CO, Seattle, WA and Minneapolis, MN. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world‑class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure‑play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help.

Provides support to technical staff, engineers, and project managers for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include assistance with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects).

Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding assigned material, installations, and construction specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

• Lead consulting engagements with utility customers to assess their current GIS and define a clear roadmap for migrating to the Esri Utility Network.
• Provide expert‑level advice on Esri Utility Network schema design, implementation, best practices, and integration with other systems.
• Develop customized strategies for utility customers, ensuring a smooth transition from legacy systems to the Esri Utility Network.
• Conduct workshops, stakeholder meetings, and presentations to ensure a clear understanding of project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Assist in designing, configuring, and deploying Esri Utility Network solutions that align with clients’ business needs.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure project success from concept through execution.
• Provide post‑implementation support and guidance to ensure long‑term customer success.

• 5+ years of experience in GIS consulting, with significant experience in the utility sector.
• Expertise in the Esri Utility Network and related Esri technologies (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, etc.).
• Proven experience in developing and executing implementation roadmaps for utility companies.
• Strong knowledge of utility business processes (electric, gas, water, etc.).
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead teams through complex implementations.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience with cloud‑based solutions and integration of GIS with other enterprise systems is a plus.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on 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.

Expected Salary (all locations): $86,100 – $150,590

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…