Senior Analyst

NV5; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

NV5 in Portland, OR is seeking a Senior Analyst to support the LiDAR team, guiding engineers and technicians, ensuring data quality, and driving efficient workflows. The role emphasizes ArcMap/MicroStation workflows and collaboration with engineers on geospatial deliverables.

The Senior Analyst will lead LiDAR-related projects, supervise staff, and ensure metrics and client requirements are met, with a hybrid work arrangement in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Analyst or equivalent role.
• 1+ years of experience working with LiDAR datasets with 10 or more feature codes.
• 1+ years of experience creating LiDAR derived products such as 2D and 3D planimetrics and contours, elevation models, etc
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Advanced knowledge of ESRI or vector-based software and Terra Solid products
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Act as a lead for engineering level projects that LiDAR team supports
• Reviewing scope of work requirements, creating workflows, and setting acceptance criteria
• Assist in setting benchmarks and ensuring they are met
• Lead LiDAR workflows from start to finish
• Help set up workflows and resources; Train and monitor progress of support staff; Set expectations and communicate with subcontractors
• QA/QC of final deliverables
• Identify and implement process efficiencies and improvements

Skills

LiDAR

ArcGIS/ESRI

MicroStation

TerraSolid

Data management

MS Office

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArcMap

TerraSolid

MicroStation

Job description

Senior Analyst

• Job ID: 2026-12435
• # of Openings: 1
• Location: US-OR-Portland
• Category: Geospatial/GIS
• Type: Regular Full-Time

Overview

The Senior Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the Team Leader and Lead Analyst to ensure efficient data flow and task management within the team. This position provides guidance to technicians and analysts while contributing to data production using ArcMap and MicroStation. The Senior Analyst ensures quality control, supports team training, and enhances workflow efficiency to meet client requirements effectively.

Specifically, persons in those role will be expected to support LiDAR team workflows for engineering-style projects.

Work Environment

• Location: NV5 Portland, OR office
• Hybrid Schedule
• Travel <10%

At NV5, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment. We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as leaders in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide. NV5's continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world's toughest problems. The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.

Responsibilities

• Act as a lead for engineering level projects that LiDAR team supports
• Reviewing scope of work requirements, creating workflows, and setting acceptance criteria
• Assist in setting benchmarks and ensuring they are met
• Lead LiDAR workflows from start to finish
• Help set up workflows and resources
  • Train and monitor progress of support staff
  • Set expectations and communicate with subcontractors
• QA/QC of final deliverables
• Identify and implement process efficiencies and improvements

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as an Analyst or equivalent role
• 1+ years of experience working with LiDAR datasets with 10 or more feature codes
• 1+ years of experience creating LiDAR derived products such as 2D and 3D planimetrics and contours, elevation models, etc
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Advanced knowledge of ESRI or vector-based software and Terra Solid products
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and precision
• Excellent data management and organizational skills
• Problem-solving expertise within multiple software environments, primarily Arc, Microstation, and TerraSolid products
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects with varying scopes of work
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Capacity to learn from mistakes and apply constructive feedback
• Proficient understanding of how LiDAR data is used for engineering level modeling, and how to cater workflow to meet velocity and quality needs of downstream processes
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Ability to train and mentor others effectively
• Professional and client-facing communication skills

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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