Geospatial Technical Specialist

About the role

BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering, construction management, environmental, planning, and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients for over 110 years. At BKF, you'll find a unique opportunity to grow your career with intention. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices. This position is remote (with the ability to be in a BKF office when necessary).

Responsibilities

• Produce publication-quality maps from field efforts and due-diligence efforts in a timely manner
• Perform project set-ups for fieldwork in ESRI FieldMaps
• Efficiently generate spatial calculations and package geospatial data for deliverable submissions to clients
• Organize incoming geospatial and mapping work requests and track production
• Maintain, update, create, and acquire internal and external GIS data; create and maintain data warehousing and data mining systems; configure and maintain database library; ensure data integrity during integration with other IT systems and databases when importing, exporting, versioning, and maintaining the GIS library structure and geo-database conversions; make recommendations for data standardization and normalization
• Ensure adherence to quality standards based on industry standards and evaluation of available technology and resources
• Explain technical information to system users including assisting them in accessing and interpreting GIS information; provide training to users and advise on best practices
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in technology related to GIS; research, evaluate, test, and recommend vendor solutions and technologies; implement improvements upon approval
• Drive thought leadership and BKF name recognition by presenting at conferences, publishing white papers, and participating in professional organizations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in geospatial sciences, geography, biology, or a related field
• Master's degree in a related field is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental consulting or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in performing GIS analysis and/or modelling
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise, Pro, and Desktop Software
• A high energy, passionate, results-oriented team player and resourceful leader
• Ability to effectively manage teams and communicate with clients
• Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driver's record are required

Physical Demands

• Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse
• Occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations

Work Conditions

• Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting
• Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required

Benefits

• The typical base salary range for this position is $83,200 - $166,400, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly
• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k
• Generous paid time off packages
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules
• Education reimbursement
• Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations