GIS Senior Project Manager

Colliers Engineering & Design; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Philadelphia seeks a Senior Project Manager in GIS to lead complex geospatial projects. In this role, you will manage project tasks, ensure client satisfaction, and train support staff. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of GIS experience, strong project management skills for government clients, and proficiency in ArcGIS tools. Join us to influence community development through innovative geospatial solutions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and leave policies

401(k) match

Education reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of GIS experience required.
• Experience with project management for government clients required.
• Professional Geographic Information Systems (GISP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage development of project tasks and ensure client satisfaction.
• Perform project quality control measures and site visits.
• Develop project and staff schedules for budget management.

Skills

Project management

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

ArcGIS Pro

Team leadership

Client coordination

Education

MS in Geographic Information Systems

BS in Geographic Information Science

Tools

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Enterprise

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to lead innovation at the intersection of technology, data, and geography? As a Senior Project Manager in GIS, you'll be the driving force behind complex geospatial projects that transform how communities plan, build, and thrive. You'll guide talented teams through every phase, from concept to delivery, leveraging cutting-edge GIS solutions to solve real-world challenges. This role is perfect for a visionary leader who thrives on collaboration, strategy, and results, and who's excited to push the boundaries of what's possible with spatial data. Join us and make your mark where precision meets possibility!

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Manager in Philadelphia, PA that will utilize leadership and GIS related skills to manage multiple projects, train support staff, and generate projects for their region.

Responsibilities

• Manage and/or review the development of project tasks, such as geodatabase design, assessment of client workflows, and project data collection processes associated with GIS projects to ensure a positive project deliverable by means of client satisfaction and profits.
• Perform project quality control measures, coordinate with clients for onsite tasks, assist with outside agency responses, and perform site visits during field collection projects, or on-call/on-site project tasks.
• Develop project schedules, staff schedules, and communicate schedules to all budget managers.
• Perform financial management, including invoice preparation, accounts receivable, and project profitability.
• Manage multiple projects and workload with competing deadlines.
• Prepare proposal scopes, project schedules, and change orders, as required.
• Develops the skills and abilities of staff which are necessary for the successful execution of the work.
• Utilize the company standard GIS procedures and participate in developing new/enhanced procedures.
• Active involvement with marketing and business development.
• Ensures compliance with and enforces company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MS Geographic Information Systems, BS Geographic Information Science, Environmental Science, Geology, Geography.
• Professional Geographic Information Systems (GISP).
• 10+ years of GIS experience.
• Experience with project management for PA & NJ Federal, State, County and Local Government clients required.
• Deep knowledge of utilizing ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise for project deliverables required.
• Specialized Experience in any of the Esri Extension should be noted in your response.
• Esri App Builders Experience and ArcGIS Developer knowledge.
• Esri Apps related to ArcGIS Field Maps, StoryMaps, Survey123, Workforce.
• Experience with GPS Data Collection processes utilizing ArcGIS Apps.
• Understanding of Regional Utility and Regulations.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!