Senior GIS Analyst
🔍 Bellevue, Washington, United States
The Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst or Senior GIS Analyst (DOE) is responsible for providing GIS services to external and/or internal clients. Work will primarily focus on supporting Energy (e.g., Power & Dams, Renewables, Transmission & Distribution), Mining and Oil and Gas projects. The GIS Analyst determines client needs and proposes optimal GIS and geospatial technologies and solutions to meet business needs.
Your Opportunity:
This is an exciting full-time position working within our Energy & Resources business within Stantec. The selected candidate can be based either in the United States or Canada. In the United States, preference may be given to individuals located near our Bellevue, WA; Boise, ID; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Fort Collins, CO; Houston, TX; Irvine, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; or San Diego, CA hub offices. In Canada, our Calgary office locations would be of preference but open to all locations. Flexible (e.g., in-office, hybrid, virtual) work arrangements are available. The position will be joining an existing dynamic 11-person GIS group to support exciting projects across Canada, United States and extending worldwide. The desired candidate should be well rounded across both the desktop (ArcPro) and ArcGIS Online platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with project teams to determine the optimal approach for using geospatial technologies to meet client needs, accurately estimate the corresponding level of effort, and then see implementation through to completion.
- Serve as primary GIS lead on projects of all size; manage project scope, schedule and budget; and coordinate multiple supporting GIS resources.
- Approach each task, regardless of size and scope, as an opportunity to rethink the traditional ways data is collected, managed, visualized, and delivered.
- Produce concise, clear, and compelling cartographic output, both dynamic and static, with a keen eye for aesthetics.
- Develop, configure, and manage dynamic and impactful GIS solutions leveraging the GIS platform, associated applications (e.g., Dashboards, Experience Builder, Hub Site, StoryMap, Field Maps, Survey123, Python, Arcade, etc…) and cross platform integrations (e.g., Power BI).
- Balance a high level of creativity with adherence to established Stantec GIS standards and best practices.
- Ability and interest to mentor other GIS team members.
- Always be persistent and diligent about quality, both in one’s own work and the work of others.
- Actively engage with immediate GIS team and greater GIS community, both locally and beyond, staying aware of the state of practice, new tools and technology, and opportunities for growth.
- Adapt to changes in project schedule, scope, and cost, and be willing to work non-traditional hours as needed.
- Maintain a high regard for personal safety and the safety of others.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Strong understanding of foundational GIS principles and skills.
- Solid foundation in coordinate system projections and transformations.
- Proficient in both vector and raster data management and analysis techniques.
- Strong cartographic skills for both desktop and web-based maps.
- GIS-CAD data interoperability and integration skills.
- Proficient with Esri ArcGIS Pro
- Intermediate to advanced in ArcGIS Online and/or ArcGIS Enterprise/Portal, including associated applications (e.g., Dashboards, Experience Builder, Hub Site, StoryMap).
- Intermediate to advanced with mobile data collection, processing, and integration using Field Maps and/or Survey123.
- Intermediate to advanced automation skills using Arcade, Python, Model Builder, ArcGIS API.
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
- Strong written, oral, and virtual communication skills for all levels of technical understanding.
- Enthusiastic, resolute, and self-disciplined to work effectively in an exciting, diverse, and challenging environment while building essential working relationships.
- Self-motivated to continuously improve and learn new technical and consulting skillsets.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s or an advanced degree in GIS, geology, geomatics, geotechnical engineering, environmental science, or related field with demonstrated GIS training or coursework.
- Minimum of seven years demonstrated professional work experience as a GIS Professional. An equivalent combination of recent education and job experience may be sufficient to successfully perform the essential job duties.
- Prior experience within a consulting environment will be considered valuable.
- Specific experience providing GIS services within the Power & Dams, Renewables, Transmission & Distribution, Mining, and/or Oil and Gas industry sectors will be considered a strength but is not required.
- GISP considered a strength but not required.
Note:
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
Candidates may be asked to supply a portfolio of their work.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.