Software Specialist

Job Description

This Opportunity

Be part of impactful projects as a member of our General Engineering Consultant (GEC) team supporting the Illinois Tollway. Join a growing organization dedicated to meeting client objectives and solving complex challenges.

We are driven to inspire the right people to support our forward-focused business goals. Our commitment to teamwork has enabled us to help build communities and shape skylines. At WSP, opportunities are within reach - for you and your career. Join us and help shape the future!

WSP is seeking an experienced professional to support project/program management and data tracking team utilizing an internal Illinois Tollway system (Catapult) in our Lisle project office. In this role, you will lead the enterprise project/program management and data system used by the Illinois Tollway to track contracts, projects, and related information.

Your Impact

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the backend data architecture and integrity
• Oversee data integration with enterprise systems
• Maintain and enforce data governance, standards, and best practices
• Support system modernization and transition efforts

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in database management, backend systems, or enterprise application support
• Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle) including data modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning
• Experience integrating enterprise systems (e.g., ERP platforms like SAP or project management systems) and managing data interfaces
• Demonstrated experience in data governance and quality management, including developing standards and ensuring data consistency across systems
• Experience leading or supporting system implementations or migrations, including data conversion and validation
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to interface across IT and business teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Illinois Tollway's Catapult system
• Experience with SaaS-based project/program management platforms (Kahua, Trimble Unity Construct, or similar enterprise systems)
• Experience supporting capital programs, infrastructure agencies, or transportation organizations (e.g., DOTs, toll agencies, large public-sector programs)
• Strong background in data migration and system replacement initiatives, including legacy system decommissioning and platform transition support
• Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and supporting downstream analytics needs
• Experience working with cloud-based data environments (Azure, AWS, or similar), including data storage, pipelines, and integrations
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and enterprise data standards within large organizations
• Experience leading cross-functional teams or mentoring technical staff, particularly in environments bridging IT and business operations

About Us

About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.


At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?


WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.


The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.


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