Senior GIS Specialist (EOI)

Robert Bird Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong is seeking an experienced Senior GIS Specialist for a potential major infrastructure project in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role requires leading GIS activities, managing spatial data, and delivering maps, reports, and visualizations for project teams.

You will ensure data quality and compliance while supporting digital delivery initiatives. Candidates should have a minimum of 12 years in GIS, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong ArcGIS expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Surveying, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of GIS experience.
• Experience as a Senior GIS Specialist, GIS Lead, or Senior GIS Technician.

Responsibilities

• Lead GIS activities and project delivery.
• Manage spatial data, mapping, and geodatabases.
• Prepare GIS maps, reports, and visualizations.
• Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure GIS data quality and compliance with standards.
• Support GIS analysis and digital delivery initiatives.

Skills

ArcGIS Suite

Geospatial analysis

Spatial data management

Mapping

GIS coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS/Geomatics/Geography/Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

About Surbana Jurong

Surbana Jurong (SJ) is a leading global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm, driven by a vision to build cities and shape lives. Headquartered in Singapore, SJ is a diverse collective of experts delivering sustainable and high-impact solutions across the built environment.

Role Overview

We are inviting Expressions of Interest from experienced Senior GIS Specialists for a potential major infrastructure project in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead GIS activities and project delivery.
• Manage spatial data, mapping, and geodatabases.
• Prepare GIS maps, reports, and visualizations.
• Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure GIS data quality and compliance with standards.
• Support GIS analysis and digital delivery initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Surveying, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of GIS experience.
• Experience as a Senior GIS Specialist, GIS Lead, or Senior GIS Technician.
• Strong proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS Suite and related GIS technologies.
• Experience in spatial data management, mapping, and geospatial analysis.
• Previous experience supporting major infrastructure projects in the UAE is highly desirable.

Note: Recruitment for this role is being managed internally. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be considered.