GIS Lead

EKFB; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EKFB is seeking a GIS Lead to head a dynamic GIS team delivering civil engineering work on HS2 project sections. You will guide technical direction, QA GIS data, and ensure compliance with information requirements while leveraging ESRI and FME technologies.

The role emphasizes leadership, delivery excellence, and driving the adoption of GIS solutions across the programme, including forecasting ArcGIS Enterprise licensing and contract considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline.
• Strong experience with ESRI and FME.
• Proven leadership and extensive team management skills.
• Proven experience in commercial and contract management, and ArcGIS Enterprise licence forecasting.
• Exposure to developing and maintaining web GIS and / or enterprise GIS technologies.
• You must hold a full driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.
• CGeog status: working towards or attained.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the GIS team delivering civil engineering works on HS2 project sections.
• Guide and manage the team, ensuring adherence to information requirements and project schedules.
• Promote the benefits of GIS and its applications across the project.
• Make strategic decisions on technical approach, cost implications and scheduling to optimise delivery.

Skills

Leadership

ESRI suite

FME

Web GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

FME

Job description

At EKFB we're shaping Infrastructure for a better tomorrow. All four of our partners (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM) bring specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe's latest high speed rail projects., This is an excellent position available for a GIS Lead with exceptional team leadership skills, technical skills in the ESRI suite and FME, and someone with a knack for managing complex projects. As a GIS Lead you will oversee a dynamic GIS team who are delivering the civil engineering works on two sections of the HS2 project. You will oversee the delivery of GIS data, ensuring quality assurance and compliance within the project program. Your main role as a GIS Lead will be to guide and manage the team, ensuring adherence to our project's information requirements, whilst optimising our investment in the latest geospatial technology from ESRI and FME. You will drive project execution and make critical decisions regarding technical approach, cost implications, and project scheduling. Whilst developing trusted-advisor relationships with senior management and client team members, you will also be required to promote the use of GIS and its benefits. In this role, not only will you manage a diverse project portfolio, but you will also have the chance to raise the profile of the team through sharing outputs and best practice working, in conjunction with the communications team. This is a rare opportunity to utilise your leadership skills and GIS expertise in a role where you can truly make a difference. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for GIS, team development, and project management, we would love to hear from you!

• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline.
• Strong experience with ESRI and FME.
• Working towards or have attained CGeog status.
• Proven leadership and extensive team management skills.
• Proven experience in commercial and contract management, and ArcGIS Enterprise licence forecasting.
• Exposure to developing and maintaining web GIS and / or enterprise GIS technologies.
• You must hold a full driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.
• EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Agroman and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe's latest high-speed rail projects.
• EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.
• If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then In return, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits. EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link. We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application. Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project. Pre-employment checks: It is worth remembering that EKFB will undertake the relevant / standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).