Principal Geospatial Information Manager & Growth Leader

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Anchorage, AK seeks a Principal, Information Management to lead growth of the Data and Mapping group. Hybrid work from Alaska is possible. The role blends geospatial leadership with business development, client management, and mentoring across IMAG teams.

The candidate should bring a decade+ in GIS leadership, strong project and staff management, and a track record in proposals, client portfolios, and growth initiatives. Travel and a valid US license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, geography, geospatial science, environmental science, or a related field.
• GIS Professional (GISP) certification preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in consulting or equivalent.
• Leadership in geospatial/GIS practice, program management, or business development.
• Experience with ArcGIS, EQuIS, Envirobase, and scripting in R or Python.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and business development.
• Existing relationships with Alaska, Washington, or Oregon stakeholders.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Data and Mapping group’s transition to an external-client facing practice.
• Assess current capabilities and guide staffing and growth decisions.
• Manage internal and external client projects to meet scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead business development, including proposals, SOQs, and marketing materials.
• Develop relationships with other practice areas to support cross-practice sales.
• Mentor staff and build a marketing plan for growth.

Skills

GIS leadership

Program management

Business development

Client relationship management

ArcGIS

Python

R

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS/geography/geospatial science/environmental science

GISP certification

Tools

ArcGIS

Envirobase

EQuIS

Python

R

Job description

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. in Anchorage, AK seeks a Principal, Information Management to lead growth of the Data and Mapping group. Hybrid work from Alaska is possible. The role blends geospatial leadership with business development, client management, and mentoring across IMAG teams.

The candidate should bring a decade+ in GIS leadership, strong project and staff management, and a track record in proposals, client portfolios, and growth initiatives. Travel and a valid US license are required.