GIS and Environmental Data Specialist

Solstice Canada Corp.; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Solstice Environmental Management seeks a GIS and Environmental Data Specialist to manage, analyze, visualize, and communicate environmental data across projects in western Canada. You will develop high-quality maps, figures, dashboards, and data products to inform environmental decision making.

The role supports data workflows, digital innovation, and field data programs, coordinating with project teams and contributing to Solstice's geospatial capability growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years' experience using the Esri ArcGIS platform in environmental consulting.
• Experience with field data collection tools (Survey123, Field Maps).
• Strong data management, QA/QC, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage, analyze, visualize, and communicate environmental data through GIS systems and reporting platforms.
• Develop high-quality maps, figures, dashboards, and data products for decision making.
• Identify opportunities to improve data workflows and advance digital innovation.
• Support field data collection programs and project teams; contribute to geospatial growth.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Survey123

Field Maps

Geodatabase management

Spatial analysis

Cartographic production

Web-based GIS applications

Python or R

Data management

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Sciences, Computer Science, Geography, Geomatics Engineering, GIS or related field

Tools

QGIS

AutoCAD

R

Google Earth Engine

FME

GRASS

ERDAS Imagine

eCognition

Microsoft 365

Power BI

Job description

Strategic Advisory Services Full Time Edmonton, AB

Solstice Environmental Management has been delivering specialized environmental services across western Canada since 2002. We work collaboratively with Indigenous Nations, as well as commercial, oil and gas, and municipal development clients to support responsible land use and sustainable outcomes.

Our core purpose, reclaiming value for future generations, guides everything we do. We apply practical, science-based expertise and respect the value of local and Indigenous knowledge to help clients understand risk, manage complexity, and deliver lasting environmental solutions.

At Solstice, empowered people drive results. Our interdisciplinary teams are trusted to think critically, take ownership, and adapt their approach to the unique needs of each project. We are service focused in how we work with clients and partners, and relentlessly accountable to quality, safety, and follow-through.

Our goal is to leave behind a positive legacy that goes beyond the immediate projects we complete to empower our clients with sustainable solutions.

Position Overview

The GIS and Environmental Data Specialist is responsible for managing, analyzing, visualizing, and communicating environmental data through GIS systems, field data collection tools, and digital reporting platforms. This role serves as the primary geospatial resource within the organization, supporting project teams through the development of high quality maps, figures, dashboards, and data products that inform environmental decision making and client deliverables. The position is also responsible for identifying opportunities to improve data workflows, advancing digital innovation, supporting field data collection programs, and contributing to the long-term growth of Solstice's geospatial capabilities.

Position Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience using the Esri ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Field Maps, geodatabase management, spatial analysis, cartographic production, and web-based GIS applications within an environmental consulting environment.
• Experience with field data collection tools (Survey 123, Fieldmaps, Tablogs, GPS devices).
• Experience supporting environmental consultation projects involving regulatory submissions and technical reporting.
• Readily adapt to changing priorities and effectively work in a changing and high-volume work environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and quality control.
• Effective problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Strong understanding of data management best practices, including data quality and security.
• Familiarity with environmental monitoring, reclamation, wildlife, vegetation, wetlands, water resources, or contaminated sites datasets.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 programs and tools.
• Project management and organizational skills toestablishpriorities, estimatetimeframes, meet deadlines, assess problems,suggest,and implement solutions, make independent decisions, and ensure standards aremaintained.
• Must speak, read and write English fluently.

Assets:

• Experience training, mentoring or supporting technical staff in GIS, lab data management and field data collection systems.
• Proven experience managing large spatial and attribute datasets, including modeling, statistical analysis and visual presentation. Knowledge of advanced spatial interpretation methods (Kriging), models and programming languages such as Python or R.
• Experience with other GIS/Remote sensing software e.g., QGIS, AutoCAD, R, Google Earth Engine, FME, GRASS, ERDAS Imagine, eCognition.
• Familiarity with machine learning, AI, and predictive analytics for environmental data analysis and predictive modeling.
• Experience with the use of multispectral, hyperspectral, and LiDAR data for environmental applications.
• Experience developing SharePoint-based automations or workflows to streamline business processes.
• Advanced Power BI skills, including DAX, Power Query, and custom visual development.

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental sciences, Computer Science, Geography, Geomatics Engineering, Geographic Information Systems or related field.