Senior GIS Analyst

HDR; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Senior GIS Analyst to lead multidisciplinary GIS projects in the United States.

You will supervise GIS professionals, design analyses, and collaborate with non-GIS PMs and clients to apply spatial solutions that support water infrastructure and environmental resilience. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 8+ years of GIS experience, and strong ArcGIS and ETL tools skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Planning, Engineering, Natural Sciences, or a closely related field.
• At least 8 years of GIS experience; an advanced degree may offset 4 years.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Desktop, Server, Online and extensions (e.g., 3D Analyst, Spatial Analyst).
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Apps.
• Experience with ETL tools (FME) and advanced analysts tools (Arcade, ArcGIS Notebooks).
• Experience with Esri Solutions and Products.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, ability to write reports with visuals.
• Ability to lead GIS projects including technical approach, scheduling, QA.
• Maintains current technical currency.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead GIS tasks for multidisciplinary projects.
• Organize and conduct complex GIS analyses as PM or team lead.
• Supervise and mentor GIS professionals and ensure project success.
• Collaborate with non-GIS PMs and clients to apply GIS on projects.
• Serve as GIS lead for project marketing, budget development and scheduling.
• Design and produce cartographic products for various uses.
• Develop advanced vector and raster spatial analysis models.
• Prepare QA plans for GIS tasks and oversee implementation.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

GIS leadership

Project leadership

Technical writing

Communication skills

Continuous learning

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography, Planning, Engineering, Natural Sciences, or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Desktop

ArcGIS Server

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Pro extensions

FME

ArcGIS Notebooks

ArcGIS 3D Analyst

Spatial Analyst

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our WaterBusiness Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This isn’t just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy.

In the role of Senior GIS Analyst, we'll count on you to

• Lead GIS tasks for multidisciplinary projects
• Independently organize and conduct complex GIS analysis as Project Manager or GIS team leader
• Supervise and mentor GIS professionals and ensure successful completion of GIS projects or GIS tasks
• Work with non-GIS Project Managers and clients to design and effectively employ GIS on projects
• Serve as GIS lead for project marketing, budget development and resource scheduling
• Design and produce cartographic products for various purposes
• Develop advanced vector and raster spatial analysis models
• Prepare quality assurance plans for GIS tasks and oversee their implementation
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• GISP, AICP, PE or other professional certification
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Utility Network

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Planning, Engineering, Natural Sciences, or closely related field
• A minimum of 8 years of practical GIS experience; an advanced degree in relevant field may offset 4 years of experience
• Proficient in use of ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS extensions e.g., 3D Analyst, Spatial Analyst etc.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 Apps
• Experience with ETL tools (FME) and other advanced analyst tools e.g., Arcade, ArcGIS Notebooks
• Experience with Esri Solutions and Products
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to write reports that summarize spatial analyses and communicate findings with charts, tables, and narrative
• Ability to serve as a GIS project leader including development of technical approach, scheduling, and quality assurance
• Continuous technical currency
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Geospatial (GIS)

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Aff…r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.