GIS ANALYST II

Gulf Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Companies in Houston, TX seeks a GIS Analyst II to coordinate GIS activities across projects, gather and analyze spatial data, and customize interfaces for GIS workflows. You will lead GIS tasks for midstream design, integrate data from multiple sources, develop GIS tools, and mentor junior staff while ensuring data quality and actionable geospatial outputs for ongoing projects.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in GIS, strong ArcGIS skills, and familiarity with SQL/ArcGIS Server; excellent

Qualifications

• 7+ years of GIS experience with last 5 as GIS Analyst or similar.
• 5+ years using ArcGIS 10.0 or higher is required.
• Deep knowledge of the pipeline industry.
• Proficient with ESRI Desktop products and GIS/CAD tools.
• Experience with ArcGIS server, SQL Server or Oracle is desirable.
• GIS certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead GIS efforts for FEED and detailed design on midstream projects.
• Perform advanced GIS analysis and manage spatial databases.
• Integrate data from multiple sources into the GIS system.
• Develop GIS tools to assist end users and maintain documentation.
• Create presentation maps and conduct complex geospatial analysis.
• Provide in-house training and mentor junior staff.

Skills

GIS expertise

ArcGIS 10+

Python scripting

ArcObjects

Model Builder

VB/VBA

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ESRI Desktop

ArcGIS Server

SQL Server

Oracle

CAD graphics software

Job description

Description

Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the complete project lifecycle and developing valued business partnerships to ensure the success of the project. Our worldwide experience and multi-disciplined capabilities encompass all aspects of the Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Field Inspection, GIS Integrity, Staffing Services and more.

Position Title:

GIS Analyst II

Location:

Houston, TX

Position Description

The GIS Analyst II will coordinate all aspects of GIS activities, including gathering, creating, converting and analyzing spatial data using GIS programs and related software applications to support ongoing projects. To coordinate the efforts of all other departments to ensure that necessary information, drawings, and databases are integrated with the GIS system; and to customize user interfaces by programming application software that is compatible with the GIS system.

Essential Functions

• Lead GIS efforts associated with engineering FEED and detailed design efforts for midstream capital projects including but not limited to location mapping, route mapping, alignment sheet generation, crossing list generation, and impact analysis calculations
• Perform advanced GIS analysis and spatial database management as it pertains to the day-to-day operation of the GIS and associated applications.
• Provide input to the design and management of GIS databases, tools, and applications.
• Integrate existing data from a variety of internal and external sources into the GIS database.
• Develop and implement specific GIS tools to assist end users with daily mapping and analysis as needed.
• Perform spatial data analysis, attribution, management
• Develop and utilize quality control procedures to ensure data accuracy
• Design, write, and maintain GIS workflow documentation
• Search for and mines data from disparate external sources
• Create presentation quality maps and completes complex geospatial analysis to support the midstream business.
• Create and present in-house training material.
• Mentor less experienced staff and foster a team environment

Requirements

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in GIS with the last 5 years as a GIS Analyst or similar role.
• Must have 5 years of previous experience using ArcGIS 10.0 or higher required.
• In-depth knowledge of the pipeline industry is required
• Advanced level of knowledge and experience with ESRI Desktop products and other GIS/CAD & graphics drawing applications is required
• Knowledge advanced cartographic principles required
• Alignment Sheet Generation experience required
• FERC Experience is preferred
• PODS and/or APDM experience preferred
• Experience with Class Location and HCA Analysis a plus
• Familiarity with GIS automation techniques using Python scripting, ArcObjects programing, model builder and/or VBA/VBscript
• Familiarity with ArcGIS server, SQL Server, Oracle is desirable
• GISP and/or Esri Certification is desirable
• Must be proficient with MS Office products Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Competencies

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Customer focused
• Business and people acumen

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Frequent sitting and operating a computer.
• Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or office materials.
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
• Physical demands requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.

Gulf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.