Senior GIS Specialist

BP•Denver, CO

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior GIS Specialist at bpx Midstream will own and mature the enterprise GIS program, supporting pipeline operations across the Permian and Eagle Ford basins. This role transforms GIS from a map-making function into a decision-making platform by building an authoritative spatial data foundation, integrating with inspection, operations, and compliance systems, and delivering risk-based analytics that drive operational and integrity decisions. Reporting into the Integrity and Quality group the specialist will ensure the program stays operationally driven. They will design the enterprise data model and standards, build spatial dashboards, lead mobile field data collection workflows, and own the long-term capability roadmap from foundational centerline data through predictive analytics and digital twin integration. This is a greenfield opportunity to stand up a GIS program from the ground up within a growing midstream organization operating over 2,000 miles of gathering pipelines. The successful candidate will combine pipeline operations knowledge with enterprise GIS architecture skills to deliver measurable value across inspection planning, construction support, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geospatial Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline
5–10 years of professional GIS experience, with at least 3 years supporting oil and gas pipeline or midstream operations.
Expert proficiency with Esri ArcGIS platform: ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise/Online, ArcGIS Field Maps, and ArcGIS Dashboards.
Strong working knowledge of Python (ArcPy, Pandas, geopandas) and SQL for spatial data automation, ETL, and analysis.
In-depth understanding of pipeline systems including gathering, transmission, and facility infrastructure, and how GIS applies to integrity management.
Thorough understanding of Class and HCA calculations as they apply to CFR Parts 192 and 195, and familiarity with PHMSA regulatory requirements.
Experience integrating GIS with enterprise systems such as SCADA, inspection databases, work order management, and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP).
Experience building spatial risk models, dashboards, and decision-support tools for pipeline integrity and operations teams.
Knowledge of geodatabase design, enterprise data modeling, and spatial data standards for pipeline assets.
Experience with mobile GIS data collection platforms for field use (e.g., ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123).
Familiarity with Esri Model Builder, FME, or similar data ETL/transformation tools.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical GIS concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
Self-directed and able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a cross-functional team environment.
Ability to travel to field locations in the Permian Basin and Eagle Ford as needed (approximately 10–20% travel).
Ability to spend time in the field with the team focused on safety leadership and execution performance

Nice To Haves

Skills: Communication, Digital Collaboration, Intellectual Asset Management, Scripting, Source control and code management

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain the enterprise GIS data model for all midstream pipeline assets including accurate centerlines, pipe specifications, valve/fitting locations, and class location boundaries.
Digitize as-built drawings, survey data, and legacy records into the GIS platform, establishing a single authoritative source of pipeline spatial data.
Integrate GIS with operations data, inspection records (ILI, cathodic protection, leakage surveys), work order systems, and ERP platforms to enable cross-functional analysis.
Develop and maintain HCA (High Consequence Area) analysis, class location studies, and regulatory compliance workflows aligned with PHMSA, CFR 192, and CFR 195 requirements.
Lead mobile GIS field collection workflows, training field personnel on spatial data capture during construction, inspection, and maintenance activities.
Support construction and capital projects with route optimization, as-built capture at construction, and permitting efficiency through spatial analysis.
Establish and manage One-Call/811 integration and stand up a drone-based ROW inspection program for pipeline right-of-way monitoring.
Own the GIS capability maturity roadmap, progressing from foundational data (months 0–6) through integration, analysis, optimization, and enterprise-level digital twin capabilities.
Serve as the primary GIS vendor relationship owner, configuring web applications and dashboards.
Provide emergency response spatial support including rapid map generation, affected-area analysis, and proximity assessments during pipeline incidents.
Develop automated compliance reporting and spatial analytics using Python and SQL to reduce manual effort and improve data quality.
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, construction, facility engineering, and project development teams to ensure GIS supports day-to-day decision-making.
Participate in bp technical networks and communities of practice, maintaining awareness of GIS industry advancements and best practices in pipeline spatial data management.
Follow bp's Engineering Principles, comply with bp's Code of Conduct, and model bp's Values & Behaviors