Principal GIS Analyst

Principal GIS Analyst

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure.

We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so

Stantec’s Water team in New Zealand has an impressive portfolio of successful projects that benefit communities nationwide and beyond, with significant contributions to international work. Our water focus covers the management of drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and groundwater as a collective resource. Dams and hydropower are a key focus, driving resilience and renewable energy solutions. Tackling our water challenges is crucial, and our diverse local network includes over 360 water specialists dedicated to innovation.

We are looking for a geospatial professional who will be responsible for leading and advancing GIS (Geographic Information Systems) work that supports our water infrastructure projects and services.

This role goes beyond doing routine mapping — it combines technical leadership, project oversight, client engagement, and strategic development of spatial solutions that help water teams deliver projects more effectively.

Day to day tasks include;

·         Lead and deliver GIS services across multidisciplinary infrastructure projects, providing high-quality spatial analysis and mapping aligned with project objectives.

·         Administer and optimise enterprise GIS platforms (ArcGIS Online and Enterprise/Portal), including configuration, user management, content governance, and troubleshooting in coordination with IT and technology teams.

·         Develop interactive web GIS applications and digital tools to support field data collection, stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and spatial decision making.

·         Design, manage, and integrate geospatial databases and systems with BIM, CDEs, and other digital engineering platforms to enable efficient, data driven project delivery.

·         Streamline and automate GIS workflows using tools such as FME, Python, and Power Automate to improve consistency, quality, and efficiency.

·         Plan and oversee GIS components of projects, including scoping, effort estimation, coordination, and quality assurance.

·         Mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership, fostering best practices and continuous improvement across GIS processes.

·         Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define requirements, resolve technical challenges, and deliver fit-for-purpose geospatial solutions.

·         Support business development and digital strategy initiatives, including proposal development, Digital Execution Plans, and alignment with organisational quality and safety standards.

What you’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Geology, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science or other relevant discipline

• 8+ years’ experience, ideally in a consulting environment

• Extensive experience working with GIS Platforms

• Solid knowledge and experience in database design and development, with knowledge of SQL/SQL databases, FME and Python preferred but not a requirement

• UI, UX, design experience

• Solid track record of strong organisational skills in planning, conducting and coordinating complex projects.

At Stantec, we take your growth and fulfilment seriously. We’re proud to offer many supportive benefits, including:

Professional development and support

• Flexible working arrangements, including purchasing up to an extra four weeks of leave and provision for school term contracts, part-time, and job sharing
• Learning and talent development programmes, including global, online, and on-the-job opportunities
• Professional memberships
• Service recognition awards
• Mentorship

Wellbeing and connection opportunities

• Health insurance, income continuance insurance, and life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Developing Professionals Group, a global network for those with under 10 years of experience

We’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life.

Globally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.