Utility Network GIS Consultant, Manager

PricewaterhouseCoopers • Houston, TX

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About The Position

As a Utility Network GIS Consultant, Manager, you will lead client work focused on Esri-based utility network planning, design, implementation, and support. You will help organizations use geographic data to improve operations and decision-making within PwC’s Advisory practice. The role includes motivating and developing teams, coaching staff, and guiding project workstreams while applying technology, sound judgment, and business knowledge to deliver solutions for complex client needs.

You will apply ArcGIS capabilities to utility data management, mapping, analysis, and visualization; coordinate timelines; review deliverables; and support training efforts that help clients adopt and use GIS solutions effectively. The work may support field operations, asset management, service planning, and use cases in urban planning, transportation, environmental, and resource-focused areas. Travel requirements are up to 60%.

Requirements

• At least a bachelor's degree.
• At least 5 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for a Master's of Business Administration or PhD in at least one of these fields: Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Geological Engineering, Geophysics, Information Technology, or Management Information Systems.
• GIS consulting experience across field service modernization projects.
• Experience leading project planning, budgeting, and execution for client deliverables.
• Experience mentoring team members through coaching, feedback, and performance development.
• Experience applying Esri mapping software and GIS applications in client solutions.
• Ability to address client issues, escalate concerns, and navigate ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Lead Esri consulting workstreams for utility network and GIS initiatives across client engagements.
• Manage project planning, budgeting, timelines, and deliverables for ArcGIS and utility network implementations.
• Coach team members on GIS applications, architecture, conversion activities, and mapping software usage.
• Analyze utility network data, spatial relationships, and system interactions to support solution design.
• Develop and review geographic data models, workflows, and configuration choices for client environments.
• Guide the use of digital tools to improve field operations, asset management, and service planning.
• Build client relationships to understand operational needs and translate them into GIS-enabled solutions.
• Monitor work quality, address project issues, and escalate risks when needed.
• Support technology adoption across urban planning, transportation, environmental, and resource-focused use cases.
• Motivate and develop teams, guide project workstreams, coordinate timelines, review deliverables, and support client training.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k).
• Holiday pay, vacation, and personal and family sick leave.
• Annual discretionary bonus for hired individuals.

What This Job Offers

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