GIS Lead

Intersect

4d • $185,000 - $195,000 • Remote

About The Position

The GIS Lead for Intersect will play a crucial role in leveraging geospatial data and technology to support projects, operations, and strategic initiatives. This role is responsible for managing the GIS team, systems, and data, ensuring accurate spatial analysis, and delivering actionable insights that enhance project outcomes and organizational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geography, Geomatics, GIS, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in GIS management, preferably within the renewable energy sector.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Enterprise and advanced spatial analysis techniques.
• Strong understanding of remote sensing, GPS technologies, and geospatial data formats.
• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex GIS concepts into actionable insights.

Nice To Haves

• GIS certification (e.g., Esri Certification).
• Experience with renewable energy GIS applications such as wind resource assessment or solar site suitability analysis.
• Experience with Python development and PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of full-time employees and contractors responsible for GIS system delivery and enhancements.
• Oversee the administration, maintenance, and optimization of GIS systems and databases.
• Manage data integration from multiple sources, ensuring data integrity and adherence to quality standards.
• Implement best practices for data management, metadata creation, and spatial data modeling.
• Develop a strategic roadmap for GIS enhancements and drive stakeholder engagement.
• Lead spatial analysis to support site selection, resource assessment, and feasibility studies for renewable energy projects.
• Provide geospatial insights to inform decision-making across development, land acquisition, engineering, permitting, and operations teams.
• Develop high-quality maps, charts, and visualizations to communicate spatial data effectively.
• Collaborate with project teams to build interactive maps and web-based GIS applications for stakeholders.
• Lead GIS projects from initiation through completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define GIS requirements and provide technical expertise.
• Establish and maintain GIS governance policies in collaboration with IT and project stakeholders.
• Deliver training sessions and workshops to strengthen GIS capabilities across the organization.
• Provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and optimize GIS workflows for users.

Benefits

• 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
• Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
• Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven
• Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
• 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
• $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees