GIS / Geomatics Project Manager

Let's build a sustainable future together.

At WSP, we help transform regions sustainably. By joining one of the world's leading engineering firms, you take part in ambitious projects in transport, infrastructure, buildings, environment, water, energy and industry.

Our strength lies in combining local presence, recognised technical expertise and an international network to devise sustainable and innovative solutions in response to climate, societal and technological challenges.

Your mission: contribute to projects that matter

As part of the development of our business, we are looking for a Project Manager - Geomatics (F/M), based in Lyon, to support our projects and contribute to achievements that transform regions sustainably.

You will join the Information Management group within the Environment Business Line and work on large-scale, complex multidisciplinary projects, notably in the fields of mobility, energy transition, major structures and the environment.

You will help make geographic information and data governance genuine decision-support tools for our clients and our engineers.

· Define and optimise the governance and architecture of geospatial data, ensuring interoperability of systems as well as the quality, traceability and security of large volumes of data on large-scale projects.

· Manage complex GIS and geomatics projects, from needs analysis and costing through to planning and financial and contractual monitoring.

· Lead and develop a team of geomatics specialists, while coordinating the resources deployed across the various projects.

· Develop and integrate innovative solutions, notably through optimising deliverables, automating workflows, web GIS platforms and integrating artificial intelligence into processes.

· Advise internal and external clients in order to enhance the value of data and provide suitable answers to their operational and decision-making challenges.

· Contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities and taking part in strengthening WSP's offers and expertise.

Your future team: You will join a multidisciplinary and expert team, where knowledge sharing, collaboration and professional development are part of everyday life.

Our culture: we value transparency, trust and mutual support to create an environment in which everyone can speak up, contribute and see their ideas valued.

The Visioneer you are: every journey is unique

At WSP, we seek curious, committed talents motivated by meaningful projects. Whatever your level of experience, you will find a stimulating environment here to develop your skills, share your ideas and build a career path that suits you.

This role is for you if you recognise yourself in the following criteria:

· You hold an engineering degree or a Master 2 (Bac+5) in geomatics.

· You have 10 to 15 years' experience in managing complex GIS or geomatics projects, ideally gained in a design office, an engineering firm or the major infrastructure sector.

· You are proficient in Esri/ArcGIS Enterprise, spatial databases PostgreSQL/PostGIS and interoperability concepts, notably FME.

· You have programming skills, notably in Python, R or advanced SQL queries, and you are interested in the uses of artificial intelligence applied to geomatics processes.

· You combine leadership, strong managerial skills, contractual and financial acumen, and excellent written and oral communication.

· Given the international dimension of WSP, you have a professional level of English.

What this role will bring you: This opportunity will allow you to put your geomatics expertise at the service of complex multidisciplinary projects, strengthen your role as a technical and managerial reference, and directly contribute to developing innovative solutions with a strong environmental and societal impact.

You want to put your leadership at the service of teams, clients and business development. In this role, you will support colleagues in their success, build relationships of trust with clients and contribute to the growth of the company. You will draw on your understanding of technical challenges, your strategic vision and your ability to mobilise the various stakeholders to help projects succeed.

The benefits applicable to the position will be specified during the recruitment process

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· An inclusive environment: everyone can be themselves, share their ideas and contribute to useful projects.

· Lasting balance: flexible organisation that supports the balance between professional and personal life.

· Prospects for growth: develop your skills and build your career within an international group.

· Shared success: thanks to the Own It programme, you can directly contribute to the development of WSP.

· A collaborative culture: join committed, caring and multidisciplinary teams.

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