Lead GIS Analyst

Job Description

Ulteig has an outstanding opportunity for a Lead GIS Analyst with an emphasis on Environmental Science or Natural Resources. This integral role is a technical specialist, staff advisor, leader, and consultant for various types of projects across Ulteig's Lifeline Sectors of Power, Renewables, Transportation, and Water using geospatial technology. The ideal candidate will possess advanced expertise in GIS tools, particularly ArcGIS Online, and have a strong background in environmental science or a related field. This role involves managing spatial data, supporting field data collection in Field Maps and/or Survey123, maintaining GIS data, preparing client data, creating high-quality maps, and performing spatial analyses to support project planning, decision-making, and compliance reporting. You will perform GIS tasks that include creating and managing geospatial data, with an emphasis on ArcGIS Online feature services, as well as shapefiles and file geodatabases. Coordinates with technical and administrative GIS activities, project assignments, and information with technical team leads, engineers, environmental specialists, surveyors, planners, and other technical staff as necessary.

What You'll Do

• Conduct data gathering, editing, conversion, and analysis of GIS data with an emphasis on ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online to support Environmental projects.
• Apply cartographic standard principles to prepare maps and exhibits using GIS data sets.
• Prepare data documentation for metadata for GIS projects.
• Monitor quality control within the area of responsibility before submitting to the project manager for review.
• Collaborate with technical leads, engineers, planners, surveyors, and other technical staff as necessary.
• Identify, educate, and generate awareness for GIS solutions.
• Review all work for completeness and accuracy prior to final submission
• Provide an accurate accounting of time spent on projects with descriptions for each time entry on a daily basis.
• Provide GIS analysis and decision support to the appropriate department.
• Review projects for compliance with applicable industry design and safety codes, client or company design and quality standards.
• Provide outstanding client service.
• Provide assistance with technical team leads and client solutions on additional business opportunities
• Coordinate, prepare, and respond to RFP's as assigned.
• Communicate with clients to ensure we are meeting their needs.
• Work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced GIS team members.
• Comply with all company and client safety standards.
• Ensure personal/ professional information is accurate and maintained.
• Participate in community and professional development activities.
• Work closely with other disciplines on multi-disciplinary projects.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Environmental, Computer Science, GIS, Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience using GIS required.
• Proficient knowledge of current GIS technology and software applications.
• Proficient knowledge of the Esri suite of products, especially ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Survey123, and Field Maps.
• Proficient knowledge of geodatabases, editing, geoprocessing tools, map projections, and cartography principles.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), current GIS technology and software applications, and AutoCAD preferred.
• Knowledge of Python or arcade scripting, maintenance, and documentation.
• Effective leadership and mentoring skills.
• Must possess a well-rounded knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal, organizational, and graphical communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to be organized and work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities.
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box - because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability, and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don't want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people, both our clients and our employees, for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation, and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $76,800 - $103,900
Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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