GIS Configuration Specialist - Gateway

Poutrix; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

EAP

401(k) plan

STD/LTD

AD&D insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Holiday pay

Paid time off

Wellbeing benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcadis seeks a GIS Configuration Specialist to support the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). You will review construction work plans, report on compliance and environmental permits, and ensure GIS/BIM integration across packages.

Responsibilities include configuring GIS databases, supporting digital twins, and coordinating with IT and project teams. Requires 5+ years in BIM/GIS and proficiency in Revit, ArcGIS, and Navisworks. Equal opportunity employer with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geomatics, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of BIM modeling and GIS configuration for large infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and Navisworks.
• Familiarity with PMIS platforms and federal transportation project requirements.
• Strong communication and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain GIS databases and BIM models to support project planning, design, and construction phases.
• Ensure alignment between geospatial data and BIM deliverables across all HTP packages.
• Support the development of digital twins and spatial analytics for infrastructure components.
• Collaborate with IT and Technical Support to deploy modeling software and geospatial tools.
• Assist in evaluation and implementation of new technologies to enhance project delivery.
• Maintain documents, track revisions, and support document management workflows.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and GDC standards; participate in audits and change orders.

Skills

BIM modeling

GIS configuration

Cross-functional coordination

Compliance reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geomatics, Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Navisworks

PMIS

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role Description

Arcadis is seeking a highly skilled and motivated GIS Configuration Specialist to support one of the most iconic and consequential infrastructure initiatives in the United States — the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing the construction work plans and regular reporting on compliance and environmental permitting requirements.

Accountabilities

GIS and BIM Integration

• Configure and maintain GIS databases and BIM models to support project planning, design, and construction phases.
• Ensure alignment between geospatial data and BIM deliverables across all HTP packages.
• Support the development of digital twins and spatial analytics for infrastructure components.

Technical Support and Systems Implementation

• Collaborate with the IT Manager and Technical Support Teams to deploy and maintain modeling software and geospatial tools.
• Provide application support for systems such as PMIS, Kahua, and other project platforms.
• Assist in the evaluation and implementation of new technologies to enhance project delivery.

Coordination and Documentation

• Participate in functional group steering committee meetings with GDC and SEP teams.
• Maintain and track original documents, check print files, and superseded revisions related to GIS and BIM outputs.
• Support document management workflows and ensure compliance with GDC’s file retention policies.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure all modeling and configuration activities comply with federal regulations and GDC standards.
• Contribute to internal audits and quality control reviews of geospatial and BIM data.
• Assist in preparing materials for change orders, operational modifications, and milestone reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geomatics, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in BIM modeling and GIS configuration for large infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in software such as Revit, AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and Navisworks.
• Familiarity with PMIS platforms and federal transportation project requirements.
• Strong communication and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with federally funded transportation projects.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity protocols for infrastructure data.
• Ability to manage complex datasets and integrate multiple modeling platforms.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) plan.
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability (STD, LTD).
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Reward & recognition program.
• Optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Nine paid holidays and 15 days paid time off (PTO) that accrue per year.
• Salary range: $110,000 - $175,000 (actual salaries vary based on experience, education, budget, and other factors).

Arcadis is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.