Mapping Executive - Strategic Property Management

IDA Ireland; Athlone, Athlone and Bigmeadow; On-site; EUR 53,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ID A Ireland is seeking a Property Mapping Executive to oversee mapping, surveying, and GIS data for IDA land banks. You will prepare conveyancing documents, manage GIS data, and support site due diligence for acquisitions.

The role requires a degree in Engineering with 3+ years mapping experience, proficiency in GPS, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and a willingness to travel, including outside normal hours.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Engineering.
• 3+ years’ experience in a mapping role.
• Proficient in GPS equipment, AutoCAD, ArcGIS.

Responsibilities

• Carry out surveying of IDA lands using GPS surveying equipment.
• Prepare property-related documentation for conveyancing processes.
• Manage and update the GIS database (IDARE) and geospatial datasets.
• Develop dashboards and automated workflows to increase efficiencies.
• Support site due diligence and title investigations for acquisitions.

Skills

Client focus

Project management

Communications

Property knowledge

Negotiation

Creativity

Networking

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

GPS equipment

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Job description

Job Purpose:

Strategic Property Department has key responsibilities across all pillars of the Agency’s strategic objectives. The Department is responsible for the management of IDA’s property portfolio with key activities including delivery of the Regional Building Programme, Strategic Infrastructure Development, Strategic Land acquisitions, Next Generation Sites Initiative, Stakeholder Engagement and Influencing, Sustainability Initiatives at Scale, Asset Management and Estate Management.

Job Purpose:

Strategic Property Department has key responsibilities across all pillars of the Agency’s strategic objectives. The Department is responsible for the management of IDA’s property portfolio with key activities including delivery of the Regional Building Programme, Strategic Infrastructure Development, Strategic Land acquisitions, Next Generation Sites Initiative, Stakeholder Engagement and Influencing, Sustainability Initiatives at Scale, Asset Management and Estate Management.

As part of the Property Legal, Conveyancing and Procurement Team the Property Mapping Executive provides vital support across all functions of the Property Department, in particular the preparation and management of all mapping related documentation for inclusion in the legal conveyancing process.

The Property Mapping Executive ensures that the boundaries of IDA land banks are accurately recorded for asset management and marketing purposes and that correct mapping and title information is provided to existing and prospective clients in our marketing and transactional interactions.

The Property Mapping Executive is also responsible for managing and developing IDA’s GIS mapping system, a dynamic and user friendly geospatial platform that supports both property and regional operational requirements. The Property Mapping Executive provides invaluable support to the Acquisitions Team in identifying and assessing target lands and carrying out site due diligence. This role requires a knowledgeable and approachable self-starter with specialised mapping and surveying experience.

Key Tasks:

• To carry out all required surveying of IDA lands using GPS surveying equipment
• To prepare and manage all property related documentation for inclusion in the legal conveyancing process, including the preparation of property instructions, reviewing title burdens, requisitions, completing Declarations of Identity;
• Preparation of information maps, transaction maps, contract maps, rectification maps and Land registry compliant maps.
• To manage maintain and update the GIS database, IDARE.
• To Manage and maintain geospatial datasets in a growing Geospatial and Data Department to ensure databases and web applications are up to-date, and develop new processes and procedures, as necessary.
• To develop dashboards, workflows and automate processes to increase efficiencies,
• To provide continued training and support to Property and Regions on GIS interface.
• To assist with site due diligence and title investigation in respect of acquisitions.
• To deal with third party Consultants/Engineers on the accurate setting out of sites for disposal & boundary rectifications and to engage with third parties to resolve boundary irregularities.
• To update and maintain CAD mapping.
• To contribute to the Department as part of the Strategic Property Team
• Any other appropriate duties as shall contribute to the achievement of the purpose and function of the post.
• To utilise technology effectively in order to manage the property business in the most effective and efficient manner.
• To prepare and present proposals to the relevant IDA Committees/Board as appropriate in respect of Property Mapping matters.
• To ensure dignity, respect and equality are applied within and outside the Organisation and that a work life balance is supported as much as possible in the workplace.
• To ensure that continuous learning and development is undertaken through informal and formal learning and participation in the Performance Management and Development Review Process.

Key Competencies Required:

• Client focused relationship building
• Project Management
• Communications & personal effectiveness
• Business & Property knowledge
• Negotiation & Influencing
• Creativity & Innovation
• Networking

Additional Requirements:

• A Degree level qualification in Engineering
• 3+ years’ experience in a mapping role
• Proficient in use of GPS equipment, AutoCAD, ArcGIS
• Conveyancing knowledge and knowledge of title registration.
• Ability to work well under pressure, independently and on own initiative.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• A full driving licence is essential
• Aspects of this role will require travel and working outside of normal office hours
• Ongoing flexibility and interest in international career progression and development is required

Desirable Requirements:

• Post-graduate qualification in GIS.
• Experience in Safe’s FME platform.
• Knowledge in scripting skills Python, SQL etc.
• Knowledge in Oracle, Tableau and Power BI

Salary Scale:

€53,071 to €76,227 per annum contributory superannuation. Appointment is made at minimum point of scale. Rising by long service increments to €78,059 (after 3 years satisfactory service at the maximum of the range.