Senior GIS Specialist

WSP•Meridian, ID

8d•$100,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Senior GIS Specialist This Opportunity POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is currently initiating a search for a Senior GIS Specialist for our Boise, ID office. The following locations will also be considered: Hybrid/Remote. Be involved in projects with our AUS Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. Provides advanced modelling support to multidisciplinary teams engaged in the design and delivery of infrastructure and building projects. Leads the production and coordination of Building Information Modelling (BIM) outputs for design packages and construction documentation. Supports the application of BIM standards and best practices to ensure the accuracy and quality of project models and drawings. Assists with team mentorship, model integration, and issue resolution, contributing to the efficient execution of digital project deliverables and effective interdisciplinary collaboration. Your Impact Job Summary of Roles and Responsibilities: Provide overall operational and technical leadership for various utility GIS consulting programs Facilitate presentations and conduct workshops to identify, define, and capture business and technical requirements and best practices Manage deliverables for the consulting projects, including use-case development, requirements gathering, and large-scale implementation strategy and road maps and reports Serve as liaison between POWER and the client to ensure all targets and requirements are met Break down high-level business requirements and user requirements into functional requirements Identify operational system interfaces, constraints, and other non-functional requirements Work individually or within a team on technology consulting projects to meet specific customer requirements Coach, manage, and serve as a mentor to senior and entry level consultants, developers, and analysts Provide business development support to the sales team and account managers, including preparation and estimation of proposals for consulting and implementation projects Actively participate in thought leadership activities such as blogs, conferences, and public speaking opportunities Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Education/Experience Minimum of 9 years of relevant post-education experience in a related job capacity. High School Diploma Mentoring of junior resources Ability to work in a “high” production environment with deliverables Electric and Gas utility knowledge Knowledgeable about data modeling best practices Highly-motivated about UN and related tasks Can work in a remote team environment Understanding of the Esri product suite, with emphasis desired in one or more of the following: Configuring, deploying, and managing the Utility Network Data model design and management Designing and deploying ArcGIS applications through ArcGIS Online or Portal Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications and customer relations skills Demonstrate a high degree of personal and professional integrity Ability to prioritize work assignments and shift work efforts based on the needs of the department or business goals Ability to work independently and be self-motivated Good understanding of utility business processes, including compliance, regulatory requirements, and field workflows Able to articulate the business needs around specific utility network models, including how commodities operate in the real world and the value of representing networks in GIS Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Desired Education/Experience Associates Degree ArcGIS Utility Network Certified Highly Preferred Python Development a plus Experience with gas, water, wastewater, stormwater and fiber GIS systems Experience with Schneider Electric’s ArcFM Product Suite Supervision skills. POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success. Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package: Medical/Dental/Vision Paid Holidays Vacation/Paid Sick Leave Voluntary Life Insurance 401K Telehealth Benefit covers all providers Maternity and Paternity Leave New Dads and Moms Benefit program Fertility Benefits Gender affirming care We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us! Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $160,000.00 per year The range for this position is being displayed in compliance with all state and local regulations. Salaries are set based on a number of factors to include an individual's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. This means that no two candidates are alike. The range provided above does not include additional compensation such as bonus, health benefits, vacation, 401(k) match, etc. POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Minimum of 9 years of relevant post-education experience in a related job capacity.
High School Diploma
Mentoring of junior resources
Ability to work in a “high” production environment with deliverables
Electric and Gas utility knowledge
Knowledgeable about data modeling best practices
Highly-motivated about UN and related tasks
Can work in a remote team environment
Understanding of the Esri product suite, with emphasis desired in one or more of the following: Configuring, deploying, and managing the Utility Network Data model design and management Designing and deploying ArcGIS applications through ArcGIS Online or Portal
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications and customer relations skills
Demonstrate a high degree of personal and professional integrity
Ability to prioritize work assignments and shift work efforts based on the needs of the department or business goals
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
Good understanding of utility business processes, including compliance, regulatory requirements, and field workflows
Able to articulate the business needs around specific utility network models, including how commodities operate in the real world and the value of representing networks in GIS
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree
ArcGIS Utility Network Certified
Highly Preferred Python Development a plus
Experience with gas, water, wastewater, stormwater and fiber GIS systems
Experience with Schneider Electric’s ArcFM Product Suite
Supervision skills.

Responsibilities

Provide overall operational and technical leadership for various utility GIS consulting programs
Facilitate presentations and conduct workshops to identify, define, and capture business and technical requirements and best practices
Manage deliverables for the consulting projects, including use-case development, requirements gathering, and large-scale implementation strategy and road maps and reports
Serve as liaison between POWER and the client to ensure all targets and requirements are met
Break down high-level business requirements and user requirements into functional requirements
Identify operational system interfaces, constraints, and other non-functional requirements
Work individually or within a team on technology consulting projects to meet specific customer requirements
Coach, manage, and serve as a mentor to senior and entry level consultants, developers, and analysts
Provide business development support to the sales team and account managers, including preparation and estimation of proposals for consulting and implementation projects
Actively participate in thought leadership activities such as blogs, conferences, and public speaking opportunities
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.