Spatial Data Specialist (Contract)

BGIS • Vancouver, BC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Spatial Data Specialist will be an active technical specialist for the Spatial Data Group (SDG). This person will be a technical resource focused on capturing and editing onsite data to support the production of Virtual Location Surveys (VLS’s) for both internal and external clients. The Spatial Data Specialist is responsible for completing Virtual Location Surveys (VLS’s) that includes collecting a digital file and photo galleries of the building elevations and digital floor plan file developed from the photo survey for engineering, workspace, construction or other purposes.

Requirements

• Community college diploma or university degree
• 1-3 years of relevant job experience
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Knowledge of Planitar Inc. “iGuide System”
• Fundamental Knowledge of Building Components and Systems
• Survey experience or knowledge
• Ability to work independently and learn quickly
• Strong written communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Working at Heights training/certification
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Is the technical resource responsible for onsite capture of data forming the basis of the Virtual Location Surveys (VLS’s) using proprietary technology licensed from Planitar Inc. called the “iGuide Camera System”.
• Clients include commercial, institutional, and industrial clients with real estate holdings throughout North America.
• Conducts technical building science investigations for existing facilities.
• Responsible for technical findings resulting from investigations.
• Responsible for the creation of the reports for the work products of the SDG including but not limited to VLS’s.
• Responsible for conducting site activities related to collection of data and creation of VLS’s.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees