GIS Specialist

Magnolia River • Denver, CO

6d • Remote

About The Position

Magnolia River is seeking a GIS Specialist to assist with the day-to-day technical activities for GIS production projects. These projects are typically scoped and designed by the GIS Consulting, Management, and Business Development teams and handed off to the project team for execution. The GIS Specialist will be responsible for assigning tasks, tracking progress, technical documentation, training the GIS production team, and performing higher-level GIS tasks for pipeline GIS projects. The company is an industry leader in engineering, inspection, GIS, software, and consulting solutions, with a reach across 40 states and nearly 1,000 professionals. They specialize in transforming the utilities, oil and gas, water, and pipeline sectors by delivering innovative solutions that boost efficiency, enhance safety, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of GIS principles, practices, and technologies
• Strong knowledge of industry data models (PODS, UPDM, UNET)
• Strong knowledge of cartography and geospatial data visualization techniques
• Awareness of national and local regulations affecting land use, planning, and environmental assessments
• Knowledge of project management and coordination practices, resource allocation, and budgeting
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft suite of products: Word, Excel, etc.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly present technical information
• Strong administrative skills such as planning, scheduling, and creating effective processes
• Skills in developing and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with business partners, clients, and stakeholders
• Ability to focus on different tasks and challenges, while maximizing time, resources, and energy to achieve desired outcomes, goals or expectations
• Ability to learn and understand 3rd party pipeline applications required for client implementations
• Ability to collaboratively define and articulate clear priorities
• Ability to provide leadership for and manage a team
• Bachelor’s degree in geographic information systems (GIS), Engineering, or Business Management or equivalent relevant technical experience
• 4-6 years ArcGIS/GIS experience with emphasis in geoprocessing tasks
• Languages: Python, SQL
• Extensive ESRI-suite knowledge
• ArcPro 3.1 or higher
• Advanced geoprocessing
• Modelbuilder/ArcToolbox
• ArcSDE
• In-depth knowledge of pipeline GIS practices, including Linear Referencing (Esri APR toolset)
• FME Design
• Data modeling best practices
• Proficiency in use of Excel and other Microsoft Office products
• Able to lead others in varied and complex tasks
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and assertiveness
• Ability to plan and manage work in an efficient manner
• Ability to work well under stress and time pressures
• Understanding of PODS and UPDM data models
• Understanding the utility sector as well as the midstream sector
• Ability to explain “why” and “how” to do something within a broader organizational focus
• Ability to design and perform tasks required for pipeline GIS projects
• Ability to communicate and train GIS staff on technical requirements for a given GIS project
• Technical writing
• Ability to write and lead the development of effective technical reports
• Ability to write clearly, using appropriate grammar and punctuation
• Familiarity to write documents such as database dictionary, logical diagrams, business processes and proposal documents
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees and management
• Ability to work with management and other members of GIS Consulting team to provide the best project for our client
• Ability to effectively lead and train others
• Must possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Must be mobile and able to work in various locations in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Military veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Leading or assisting with the day-to-day technical coordination for GIS projects
• Conducting technical workshops (data modeling, migration/conversion, etc.)
• Meeting with client management and technical teams
• Assisting with creating and giving presentations to clients
• Documenting technical practices required for project needs
• Overseeing GIS project teams for one or multiple projects
• Managing and maintaining project status and progress
• Communicating issues to project and technical management teams
• Performing quality control for GIS project data
• Reviewing project proposals and technical documents
• Interfacing with clients for technical project requirements
• Providing and developing technical procedures for project execution
• Participating in industry committees
• Leading, designing, developing, and deploying business intelligence initiatives internally and externally (PowerQuery, Tableau, Python, PowerBI)
• Serving as the primary technical lead for all aspects of developing schedule, scope, and budget for all project bids and RFP responses
• Completing other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level