GIS Analyst

Merrick & Company is seeking a career- and quality-minded GIS Analyst for a full-time position in our Greenwood Village, CO office. We are open to both hybrid or remote work arrangements.

About the Role

This role supports infrastructure, utilities, aviation, federal, and municipal projects and works closely with engineers, planners, surveyors, LiDAR/imagery specialists, and project managers. The GIS Analyst will develop, manage, analyze, and visualize geospatial data to support project delivery, decision-making, and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain GIS datasets, geodatabases, and spatial data repositories
• Perform spatial analysis, data validation, and quality control to support project requirements
• Create maps, figures, dashboards, web maps, and other geospatial deliverables for technical and non-technical audiences
• Design, deploy, and support ArcGIS Online projects, including hosting, sharing, and security configuration
• Support geodatabase creation and management, including schema design and data governance
• Integrate GIS data with CAD, BIM, LiDAR, imagery, GPS, and tabular datasets
• Support 3D GIS, BIM, and digital twin workflows, including visualization and data integration
• Apply and support AI / GeoAI applications for geospatial analysis where appropriate
• Prepare and maintain metadata, documentation, and standard GIS workflows

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Strong understanding of GIS concepts, spatial data structures, and cartographic principles
• Working knowledge of coordinate systems, projections, and basic geodesy
• Experience supporting multi-disciplinary engineering or infrastructure project teams

Skills

• ESRI software suite including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
• Geodatabase design, maintenance, and versioned workflows
• Spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and data QA/QC
• Cartographic design and geospatial data visualization
• CAD/GIS and BIM/GIS integration (e.g., AutoCAD, 3D models)
• Utility asset management and system mapping (desired)
• SDSFIE data models and standards (desired)
• Boundary datasets, plats, property descriptions, easement and right-of-way mapping (desired)
• Processing and integrating survey design topography and DTM surfaces (desired)
• ArcGIS Field Maps and mobile data collection solutions (desired)
• Experience with electric utilities, water districts, and/or other utility clients (desired)

Benefits

• Employee Ownership – All eligible U.S. employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), sharing in the company’s success
• Comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Robust referral program with incentives for referring top talent
• Annual performance reviews to recognize contributions and support career growth
• Professional development with access to ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and outstanding performance
• Peer mentor program with structured mentorship opportunities
• Additional programs and benefits designed to support your success and well-being