GIS Analyst

4pconsultinginc; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced GIS Analyst III to support Asset Data & Analytics initiatives in Atlanta, GA. The GIS Analyst will analyze current data, workflows, and business processes and develop solutions involving GIS integrations, transformations, data migration, quality control, and reporting.

The position requires strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities and the ability to independently recommend effective approaches for complex GIS data requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography/GIS or related field with 3+ years of GIS experience; OR GIS certificate with 3+ years of experience.
• 1+ years of Utility or Pipeline GIS experience.
• Strong analytical, requirements-review, geoprocessing, spatial-analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced GIS analysis, modeling, data mining, and database-related project activities.
• Create GIS data from spatial and tabular sources and perform data conversion and migration.
• Develop specialized queries, maps, and reports based on customer requirements.
• Process and convert multiple data formats for integration into GIS systems.
• Perform QA/QC on versioned data before deployment to production.
• Perform application testing, develop testing scripts, and document defects.
• Work with users to identify and document required system and data changes.
• Analyze existing business processes and recommend best‑practice solutions.
• Identify new GIS technologies, processes, and applications to improve departmental operations.
• Develop and maintain automated GIS processes using ModelBuilder, Python scripting, and related tools.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise

Python

SQL

ModelBuilder

QA/QC

Data migration

Geoprocessing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography/GIS

GIS certificate

Tools

FME Safe Software

Esri ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise

ModelBuilder

Python

SQL / RDBMS

AutoCAD

Job description

GIS Analyst III

Location: Atlanta, GA

Work Schedule: Hybrid 4 days per week onsite

Contract Duration: September 2026 September 2029

Client: Southern Company Gas

Department: Asset Data & Analytics

Travel: Up to 5%

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced GIS Analyst III to support Asset Data & Analytics initiatives in Atlanta, GA. The GIS Analyst will analyze current data, workflows, and business processes and develop solutions involving GIS integrations, transformations, data migration, quality control, and reporting. The position requires strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities and the ability to independently recommend effective approaches for complex GIS data requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced GIS analysis, modeling, data mining, and database-related project activities.


• Create GIS data from spatial and tabular sources and perform data conversion and migration.


• Develop specialized queries, maps, and reports based on customer requirements.


• Process and convert multiple data formats for integration into GIS systems.


• Perform QA/QC on versioned data before deployment to production.


• Perform application testing, develop testing scripts, and document defects.


• Work with users to identify and document required system and data changes.


• Analyze existing business processes and recommend best‑practice solutions.


• Identify new GIS technologies, processes, and applications to improve departmental operations.


• Develop and maintain automated GIS processes using ModelBuilder, Python scripting, and related tools.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography/GIS, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of industry-standard GIS experience; OR


• GIS certificate with 3+ years of related professional experience.


• 1+ years of Utility or Pipeline GIS experience.


• Strong analytical, requirements-review, geoprocessing, spatial-analysis, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and manage multiple priorities.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency: Esri ArcGIS Pro, Esri ArcGIS 10.2x, Linear Referencing, MS Office Suite


• Intermediate proficiency: FME Safe Software, Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, Utility Network, ModelBuilder, Python, SQL / RDBMS


• Basic proficiency: AutoCAD/CADD, Visual Basic/VBA, SharePoint

Highly Preferred

• Strong experience with Linear Referencing


• Knowledge of Utility and Pipeline Data Model (UPDM)


• Utility, natural gas, or pipeline industry experience


• Experience with GIS database design, data migration, automation, and QA/QC

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on GIS professional with strong ArcGIS Pro, Linear Referencing, Python, SQL, FME, Utility Network, and pipeline/utility GIS experience who can independently analyze complex data problems and develop scalable solutions.