GIS Analyst

About the role

We are seeking a GIS Analyst to join our dynamic full-time team within Stantec's Energy & Resources business unit. This role offers a flexible work arrangement, with options for in-office, hybrid, or remote work. Preference may be given to candidates located near our key U.S. hub offices: Salt Lake City, UT; Fort Collins, CO; Denver, CO; Phoenix, AZ; Chicago, IL; Houston, TX.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to design and implement geospatial strategies that align with client goals.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and coordinate supporting GIS resources on small to mid-sized projects.
• Participate and contribute as a technical expert on large, multi-year projects.
• Create clear, compelling cartographic products, both static and interactive (web).
• Maintain dynamic GIS solutions using Esri products and applications like Dashboards, Experience Builder, Hub Sites, StoryMaps, Field Maps, and Survey123.
• Mentor and guide GIS team members across different experience levels.
• Adapt to changes in project scope, timelines, and budget, including occasional non-traditional work hours.
• Ensure quality assurance in all deliverables.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends.
• Contribute to a safe work environment.

Requirements

• Deep understanding and application of core GIS principles, spatial analysis, and geospatial workflows.
• Strong grasp of coordinate systems, projections, and data transformations.
• Experience with GIS-CAD interoperability and data integration.
• Intermediate to advanced expertise in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and mobile GIS platforms.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, able to convey technical concepts clearly.
• Highly motivated, adaptable, and collaborative.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in GIS, geology, geomatics, geotechnical engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline, with proven GIS-focused coursework or training.
• Minimum of eight years of professional experience as a GIS Specialist or Analyst.

Skills

• Intermediate to advanced expertise in Esri ArcGIS Pro.
• Intermediate to advanced expertise in ArcGIS Online and associated applications.
• Intermediate to advanced mobile data collection workflows using Field Maps and Survey123.
• Strong cartographic design abilities for desktop and web-based mapping products.
• Experience with remote sensing, raster processing, and analysis.
• Applied experience in GeoAI and ESRI’s deep learning models.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision plans.
• A wellness program.
• Health care spending account.
• Wellness spending account.
• Group registered retirement savings plan.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Group tax-free savings account.
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Short-term/long-term disability plans.
• Emergency travel benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional membership fee coverage.
• Paid time off.