Managing Technical Consultant, Geospatial Scientist

ERM•Irvine, CA

7d•$91,185 - $112,188•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to shape how organizations harness geospatial intelligence to solve complex environmental and sustainability challenges? At ERM, we’re looking for a Managing Technical Consultant, Geospatial Scientist to join our Irvine, CA team and drive transformative solutions for clients across industries. Why This Role Matters This is more than a technical position—it’s a leadership opportunity to influence how geospatial technologies power critical decisions in environmental planning, energy infrastructure, impact assessments, and sustainability. You’ll be at the forefront of integrating advanced GIS capabilities into projects that make a real-world impact. What Your Impact Is Lead Innovation: Design and deliver cutting-edge GIS solutions for large-scale, multi-year projects. Drive Excellence: Ensure data integrity and visualization standards that exceed client expectations. Empower Teams: Mentor and guide GIS professionals, fostering collaboration and technical growth. Shape Strategy: Expand ERM’s geospatial capabilities by introducing new tools, workflows, and technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Natural Sciences, or related field. Or equivalent experience.
4+ years of professional experience with Esri’s ArcGIS suite (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS 10x).
Proven leadership in managing GIS projects, budgets, and team workloads.
Advanced skills in geospatial data management, SQL enterprise geodatabases, and workflow design.
Expertise in Python scripting and ModelBuilder for custom geoprocessing tools.
Strong communication skills and a keen eye for visual presentation in maps and reports.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or GISP certification.
6+ years of applied GIS experience.
Experience with linear energy or transportation projects, including route calibration and map series.
Proficiency in Python, R, Arcade, or other scripting languages.
Advanced ArcGIS Pro production experience and custom tool development.

Responsibilities

Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver GIS solutions that meet client needs.
Plan, design, and manage complex geospatial projects from inception to completion.
Develop and maintain ArcGIS web services and applications.
Integrate diverse data formats (CAD, LiDAR, KML/KMZ) into cohesive geospatial workflows.
Deploy field data collection systems using Trimble GPS and Esri mobile apps.
Innovate by exploring emerging technologies and improving existing GIS methodologies.
Serve as a technical resource for troubleshooting and optimizing GIS infrastructure.