Gis Jobs in Lakewood, CO

We are looking for a talented Senior GIS Specialist to join our team. You would be joining a team of GIS Specialists that work collaboratively to deliver solutions to our internal and external clients using an ESRI Enterprise environment. The Senior GIS Specialist is part of our Environmental Services Geospatial team (regrouping more than 160 geospatial specialists) who determines client needs, proposes optimal geospatial technologies and solutions to meet business needs.

Stantec’s Environmental Services group works with clients in mining, local, state, and federal governments, transportation, infrastructure development, power, and oil and gas. We provide Geospatial solutions and mapping services for various projects such as environmental assessments, environmental permitting, water resource and infrastructure planning, wildlife and habitat monitoring, archaeology assessments, heritage studies, and air and noise monitoring.

Flexible / Hybrid work environment (2-3 days / week in-office)

Your Key Responsibilities

Create and maintain spatial and non-spatial information for a variety of platforms primarily involving ESRI ArcGIS Software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Online (AGO)).

Work in Windows 10 Enterprise and using MS Office suite of applications (Teams, Outlook, Word, Access, Excel, SharePoint).

Produce custom thematic map products and carry out data analysis / summaries to support multidisciplinary project deliverables.

Prepare web maps, online dashboards, and manage data for field survey crews, using applications and platforms which include Survey 123, Field Maps, and ArcGIS Online.

Interpret and analyze spatial and non-spatial data, perform complex spatial analysis using scripts and geoprocessing tools.

Manage GIS projects including spatial data, budgets, and timelines as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Implement, adhere to, and maintain data integrity and quality control procedures.

Serve as GIS lead on projects of varying lengths and budgets while supporting other GIS staff as required.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships, be a liaison between internal and external staff including project managers, discipline contacts and other consultants.

Communicate directly with clients to discuss and present the optimal approach for using geospatial technologies to meet their project needs.

Maintain health and safety protocols.

Assist in the development of costs and budgets associated with pursuits and opportunities.

Assist in proposal development.

Report to the Mountain GIS Team Lead.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Required :

Educated knowledge of ESRI’s software suite, primarily ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, as well as ArcGIS for Desktop.

Technical training and experience in GIS mapping, geospatial analysis, and geographic principles (e.g., map projections and coordinate systems).

Strong cartographic skills including the ability to adhere to standards and communicate highly complex information in an accessible and attractive manner.

Experience with mobile data collection tools and AGO products (WebMaps, WebApps, Experience Builder, Hub Sites, Dashboards, StoryMaps, etc.).

Demonstrated data management and data organization skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.

Strong written, oral, and virtual communication skills for all levels of technical understanding.

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Experience building and using a GIS to solve problems, present results, and graphically report analytical data for multi-disciplinary teams.

Preferred :

Database management and analytics (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Power BI).

Customization, automation, and extract-transform-load (ETL) : Arcade, Python, FME, ModelBuilder, ArcGIS API.

Experience with the Esri’s ArcGIS Utility Network or possess the ArcGIS Utility Network Specialty Certification.

Prior experience in the delivery of GIS products and analytical solutions as they relate to Environmental Assessments is an asset.

Familiarity with state and federal government datasets.

Experience working with LiDAR data.

Working knowledge of Autodesk / CAD.

Experience writing proposals and support business development activities

Education and Experience

A Bachelor’s degree or higher.

Minimum of 10 years of related experience.

Experience in a consulting environment is ideal.

Prior experience in the delivery of GIS products and analytical solutions as they relate to Environmental Assessments, site assessments, and the Environmental Regulatory Process is an asset.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range :

• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA areas - Min Salary $ 97,700.00 - Max Salary $ 146,600.00

Pay Transparency : In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary : Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term / long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary / casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.