GIS Analyst

Merrick & Company; Greenwood Village (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Professional development

Robust benefits

Job summary

Merrick & Company in Greenwood Village, CO is seeking a GIS Analyst for a full-time, hybrid or remote role. You will develop and manage GIS data, perform analyses, and produce maps and dashboards for diverse infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in GIS and strong ArcGIS Pro/Online experience.

Collaborate with engineers, planners, surveyors, LiDAR specialists, and project managers to deliver geospatial solutions and support decision-making.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in GIS/related field
• Degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Strong understanding of GIS concepts, spatial data structures, and cartographic principles
• Working knowledge of coordinate systems, projections, and basic geodesy
• Experience supporting multi-disciplinary engineering or infrastructure project teams
• ESRI software suite including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
• Geodatabase design, maintenance, and versioned workflows
• Spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and data QA/QC
• Cartographic design and geospatial data visualization
• CAD/GIS and BIM/GIS integration (AutoCAD, 3D models)

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain GIS datasets, geodatabases, and spatial data repositories
• Perform spatial analysis, data validation, and quality control to support project requirements
• Create maps, figures, dashboards, web maps, and other geospatial deliverables for technical and non-technical audiences
• Design, deploy, and support ArcGIS Online projects, including hosting, sharing, and security configuration
• Support geodatabase creation and management, including schema design and data governance
• Integrate GIS data with CAD, BIM, LiDAR, imagery, GPS, and tabular datasets
• Support 3D GIS, BIM, and digital twin workflows, including visualization and data integration
• Apply and support AI / GeoAI applications for geospatial analysis where appropriate
• Prepare and maintain metadata, documentation, and standard GIS workflows

Skills

GIS concepts

Spatial analysis

Cartographic design

Geodatabase design

Coordinate systems

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in GIS/related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

AutoCAD

Job description

OVERVIEW

Merrick & Company is seeking a career- and quality-minded GIS Analyst for a full-time position in our Greenwood Village, CO office. We are open to both hybrid or remote. The ideal candidate is motivated by challenging projects and enjoys working across widely varied GIS applications and related geospatial services. This role supports infrastructure, utilities, aviation, federal, and municipal projects and works closely with engineers, planners, surveyors, LiDAR/imagery specialists, and project managers. The GIS Analyst will be responsible for developing, managing, analyzing, and visualizing geospatial data to support project delivery, decision-making, and client requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop, manage, and maintain GIS datasets, geodatabases, and spatial data repositories
• Perform spatial analysis, data validation, and quality control to support project requirements
• Create maps, figures, dashboards, web maps, and other geospatial deliverables for technical and non-technical audiences
• Design, deploy, and support ArcGIS Online projects, including hosting, sharing, and security configuration
• Support geodatabase creation and management, including schema design and data governance
• Integrate GIS data with CAD, BIM, LiDAR, imagery, GPS, and tabular datasets
• Support 3D GIS, BIM, and digital twin workflows, including visualization and data integration
• Apply and support AI / GeoAI applications for geospatial analysis where appropriate
• Prepare and maintain metadata, documentation, and standard GIS workflows

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years experience
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Strong understanding of GIS concepts, spatial data structures, and cartographic principles
• Working knowledge of coordinate systems, projections, and basic geodesy
• Experience supporting multi-disciplinary engineering or infrastructure project teams
• ESRI software suite including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
• Geodatabase design, maintenance, and versioned workflows
• Spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and data QA/QC
• Cartographic design and geospatial data visualization
• CAD/GIS and BIM/GIS integration (e.g., AutoCAD, 3D models)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Utility asset management and system mapping
• SDSFIE data models and standards
• Boundary datasets, plats, property descriptions, easement and right-of-way mapping
• Processing and integrating survey design topography and DTM surfaces
• ArcGIS Field Maps and mobile data collection solutions
• Electric utilities, water districts, and/or other utility clients

TOTAL REWARDS & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Employee Ownership - All eligible U.S. employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), sharing in the company's success.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits - Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
• Robust Referral Program - Earn incentives for referring top talent to join our team.
• Performance Reviews - Annual reviews to recognize contributions and support career growth.
• Professional Development - Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career.
• Employee Recognition - Formal programs to celebrate achievements and outstanding performance.
• Peer Mentor Program - Get support and guidance through structured mentorship opportunities.
• And More - Additional programs and benefits designed to support your success and well-being.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters-never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.