GIS Manager - Energy | Expression of Interest

Stantec UK Careers; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/flexible working

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Pension plan

Annual leave buy/sell

Job summary

Stantec in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced GIS Manager to lead the delivery of geospatial solutions across a range of complex, multidisciplinary projects, spanning infrastructure and energy sectors. You will work with clients, project managers and engineers to embed GIS across delivery and ensure high-quality, innovative GIS services that add value.

You’ll lead and mentor GIS professionals, promote best practice and drive excellence in geospatial delivery while building trusted

Qualifications

• Experience of GIS delivery within infrastructure, engineering, environmental or energy sectors.
• Strong expertise in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and Enterprise GIS.
• Experience in spatial analysis, geoprocessing and geospatial data management.
• Knowledge of coordinate systems, spatial data standards and GIS governance best practice.
• Experience developing web GIS applications, mapping products and visualisation solutions.
• An understanding of BIM/GIS integration and digital engineering environments.
• Experience managing and mentoring technical teams in a project delivery environment.
• Strong stakeholder and client management skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business value.
• A passion for delivering high-quality solutions and solving complex client challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of GIS and geospatial services for major infrastructure and energy projects.
• Help clients make informed decisions through the effective use of spatial data, mapping and analytics.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to GIS specialists and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Deliver innovative geospatial solutions that improve project performance and add value for clients.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders, understanding their challenges and delivering practical solutions.
• Oversee geospatial data management, governance and quality assurance activities.
• Support the integration of GIS with engineering design, asset information and wider digital delivery systems.
• Champion innovation, best practice and continuous improvement in geospatial delivery.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Enterprise GIS

Spatial analysis

Geoprocessing

Geospatial data management

Coordinate systems

GIS governance

Web GIS applications

BIM/GIS integration

Team mentoring

Stakeholder management

Client relationships

Communication skills

Job description

As demand for GIS and digital solutions continues to grow, we're looking to connect with experienced GIS Managers for future opportunities who can lead the delivery of geospatial services across a diverse portfolio of projects spanning Hydropower & Dams, Transmission & Distribution, Nuclear, Waste & Generation, and Minerals & Resources.

This is an opportunity to work on some of the industry's most challenging and rewarding projects, partnering with clients to deliver solutions that improve decision-making, reduce risk and create long-term value.

About the Role

As a GIS Manager, you'll lead the delivery of geospatial solutions across a range of complex, multidisciplinary projects, ensuring clients receive high-quality, innovative and practical GIS services that support successful project outcomes.

You'll work closely with clients, project managers, engineers, environmental specialists and digital teams to understand challenges, identify opportunities and deliver solutions that unlock the full value of spatial data. From spatial analysis and mapping to geospatial data management and digital integration, you'll play a key role in ensuring GIS is embedded throughout project delivery.

Alongside providing technical expertise, you'll be responsible for leading and supporting GIS professionals, promoting best practice and driving excellence across project delivery.

Your Impact

In this role, you'll:

• Lead the successful delivery of GIS and geospatial services for major infrastructure and energy projects.
• Help clients make informed decisions through the effective use of spatial data, mapping and analytics.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to GIS specialists and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Deliver innovative geospatial solutions that improve project performance and add value for clients.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders, understanding their challenges and delivering practical solutions.
• Oversee geospatial data management, governance and quality assurance activities.
• Support the integration of GIS with engineering design, asset information and wider digital delivery systems.
• Champion innovation, best practice and continuous improvement in geospatial delivery.

About You

We're keen to hear from experienced GIS professionals who enjoy leading teams, working closely with clients and delivering impactful solutions on complex projects.

You’ll likely have:

• Experience of GIS delivery within infrastructure, engineering, environmental or energy sectors.
• Strong expertise in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and Enterprise GIS.
• Experience in spatial analysis, geoprocessing and geospatial data management.
• Knowledge of coordinate systems, spatial data standards and GIS governance best practice.
• Experience developing web GIS applications, mapping products and visualisation solutions.
• An understanding of BIM/GIS integration and digital engineering environments.
• Experience managing and mentoring technical teams in a project delivery environment.
• Strong stakeholder and client management skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business value.
• A passion for delivering high-quality solutions and solving complex client challenges.

WHY JOIN US

We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.

We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.

We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.

We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups).

Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!

Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.

Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

If you're looking for a role that combines technical leadership, client engagement and meaningful project impact, we'd love to hear from you.