GIS Analyst T&D

MYR Group•Plover, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The GIS Analyst is responsible for the development, maintenance, and quality control of geospatial data and mapping products in support of high-voltage transmission line and right-of-way (ROW) construction projects. This role serves as a core contributor across project lifecycle phases – from preconstruction survey coordination through as-built deliverable production. Company Overview Established in 1891, The L.E. Myers Co. (L.E. Myers) – the oldest MYR Group Inc. subsidiary – is recognized as a premier electrical contractor of large utility construction projects across the nation. We are proud to offer our employees the opportunity to complete training, projects, and collaborative learning alongside our family of subsidiaries. We offer stability, with long-term clients and continuous expansion, which allows our tenured employees and new team members space to grow. At L.E. Myers, we provide structured and strategic occupational growth opportunities for our valued staff. Comprised of long- and short-tenured employees, we are interactive amongst our growing family of subsidiaries, which allows employees to participate in clean energy projects, as well as complete our long-time transmission and distribution projects

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of GIS experience with a focus on utility, transmission, or linear infrastructure projects
Experience with coordinate systems, projections, and datum transformations
Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcGIS Online (Esri platform)
Proficiency with geodatabases, feature classes, and geoprocessing tools
Working knowledge of transmission line construction processes, ROW fundamentals, and land ownership data
Ability to read and interpret survey plats, legal descriptions, construction drawings, and one-line diagrams
Strong attention to data accuracy and QA/QC discipline
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Strong communication skills, verbal and written

Nice To Haves

Experience working for an EPC contractor, transmission contractor, or utility in a GIS capacity
Familiarity with ArcGIS Online, and/or ArcGIS Field Maps for field data collection
GISP certification or ESRI Technical Certification
CAD experience (AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation) for cross-functional data exchange
Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
Knowledge of NERC/FERC transmission standards, NESC structure classifications, or utility asset management frameworks is preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain GIS maps and databases for transmission line construction projects, including structure locations, ROW boundaries, access routes, environmental constraints, and project layers in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online; continuously update and manage data to support field operations and ensure teams have access to current, reliable information
Produce high-quality maps, exhibits, and spatial deliverables for internal and external project teams
Perform spatial analysis including buffer analysis, route comparisons, conflict identification, and land ownership overlays
Manage and QA/QC geospatial data from multiple sources including survey, LiDAR, aerial imagery, and CAD conversion
Support permitting teams with accurate construction-specific mapping designs
Coordinate with survey and engineering teams to integrate field data into GIS deliverables and ensure alignment with project design drawings
Update GIS records to reflect field changes and design revisions throughout construction.
Assist with as-built documentation and final record mapping for transmission line projects
Maintain internal GIS users, including onboarding new users, managing permissions, and coordinating ArcGIS Online (AGO) map sharing to ensure appropriate access, data security, and consistent use across project teams
Utilize ArcGIS Field Maps for data collection, field verification, and real-time updates during active construction
Collaborate with Project Managers, ROW agents, Environmental staff, and Survey crews to ensure GIS deliverables meet project milestones
Communicate with client GIS teams to align data standards, projections, and file format requirements
Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards