Due to growth in our workload we are seeking a Graduate Geospatial (GIS) Specialists to join our Smart Consulting team in Bristol. WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff is a global consulting organisation focused on growth.
Closing Date for Applications: Friday 24th March 2017.
As a Graduate Geospatial Consultant a typical week would include:
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Providing GIS input to projects, including: spatial data analysis; database design and management; mobile data collection; maintaining a GIS web portal and encompassing elements of digital map production.
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In addition there will be a requirement to deliver spatial infrastructure services and develop data services/tools to external clients as well as a focus on the internal business to drive efficiencies and innovation.
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
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A tertiary degree (at 2:1 or above) in GIS, surveying, or related field of expertise is essential with an MSc being preferable, and at least an A-level in Maths or another numerate subject;
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Expert and current technical knowledge of spatial technology and solutions is essential to develop and implement innovative geospatial solutions;
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Practical experience of the Esri ArcGIS suite of products (desktop, web and mobile) and alternative open source solutions;
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Knowledge of spatial data and metadata standards;
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Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail;
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Knowledge and experience of deployment of digital data capture tools and processes;
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Skills in application development, specifically Python, .Net, SQL and Javascript, for desktop, web and mobile environments;
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Self motivation, initiative and ability to learn and share new skills on the job;
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
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Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
A little about us:
WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. Our 36,500 people, based in more than 500 offices, across 40 countries provide engineering and multidisciplinary services in a
vast array of industry sectors, with a focus on technical excellence and client service.
In the UK, 7,100 people (including Mouchel Consulting) provide consultancy services to all aspects of the built and natural environment working across both the public and private sectors, with local and national governments, local authorities,
developers, contractors and co-professionals. The combined business has been involved in many high profile UK projects including the Shard, Crossrail, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, the Bullring shopping centre in Birmingham, the re-development of London
Bridge Station, Manchester Metrolink, M1 Smart Motorway, and the London Olympic & Paralympic Route Network. www.wsp-pb.co.uk
Shelley Lawton
Senior Recruitment Specialist
WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff in the UK
0113 395 6200