GIS Specialist

Mott MacDonald; Charleston, Malvern (SC, WV, Chester County); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a GIS Specialist, where you'll play a vital role in the water and wastewater GIS team. This exciting position involves producing and maintaining geospatial data, ensuring technical accuracy, and utilizing cutting-edge technologies. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team, conduct field data collection, and support various GIS needs. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while enjoying a flexible hybrid working environment. If you're passionate about GIS and eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

401k

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Parental leave

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality geospatial products and conduct GIS analysis.
• Support asset management activities and conduct field data collection.

Skills

ArcGIS Desktop

ArcGIS Online

GPS technologies

Python

Javascript

Microsoft Suite

ArcGIS Pro

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geography

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Mott MacDonald is seeking a GIS Specialist to join our water and wastewater GIS team. In this position, you will work closely with project team members to assist in the collection, design, creation, and maintenance of geospatial data.

Responsibilities:

1. Produce spatial and non-spatial data while ensuring technical accuracy and logical consistency in data processing and outputs.
2. Produce high-quality geospatial products by employing cartographic principles, industry standards, and custom solutions.
3. Identify and solve technical problems under supervision.
4. Conduct field data collection using GPS and mobile technologies.
5. Daily activities include:
   1. Utility and municipal data entry and corrections
   2. Conducting GIS analysis
   3. Generating GIS deliverables
   4. Supporting customer GIS needs
   5. Conduct field data collection
   6. Support asset management activities
   7. Conduct courthouse research to gather relevant data and information for projects.
   8. Assist with right-of-way acquisition when needed
   9. Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Planning, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to read and speak English.
• Demonstrable competence with ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Online, Collector, Survey 123, ArcGIS Pro, Microsoft Suite, GPS technologies.
• Experience or education related to ArcGIS Enterprise, AutoCAD, Microstation, and basic programming/scripting using Python and Javascript are beneficial.
• Must be very well organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and apply previous instructions to current tasks.
• Possess excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Outgoing, forward-thinking, effective communicator, and energetic.
• Passion for GIS technology and current GIS trends, with the ability to apply them to projects.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in environmental and natural resources, forestry, and project management.
• Experience working with underground utilities and asset management.
• Notary Public.
• ESRI Certifications.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference in the world. If you share that vision and don't have all the experience outlined, we still want to hear from you! Let's discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, medical, dental, vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company-paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on factors such as work location, education, experience, and skills.

Equal opportunity is the law. We promote fair employment practices and encourage individual expression in our inclusive environment.

Languages available: English, Spanish, Chinese.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, or disability.

Hybrid working policy: We believe in flexible work arrangements that support well-being, flexibility, and trust, allowing you and your manager to choose the most effective way to work.