GIS Specialist

About the role

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced GIS Specialist to join our Renewables team. Westwood is a leading renewables, power, public infrastructure, and land development consulting firm dedicated to creating a better world for people through our work. Our core values—Relationships, Innovation, Dedication, Initiative, and Growth—are at the heart of everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, analyze, and display spatial data using GIS software.
• Independently interpret data while maintaining comprehensive documentation.
• Manage and update existing GIS datasets, ensuring their relevance and accuracy.
• Proactively challenge and improve existing processes, developing more efficient methodologies.
• Perform complex GIS analyses using the ArcGIS Platform, creating mapping products that meet project requirements.
• Deliver detailed, technically proficient solutions, ensuring clear and accurate spatial data representation in both hardcopy and electronic formats.
• Gain a complete understanding of product deliverables, managing and anticipating the information needs of project teams.
• Develop and maintain geospatial data across desktop and mobile applications, adhering to strict quality standards.
• Create scripts to streamline routine GIS tasks, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
• Stay abreast of the latest GIS technologies, developing innovative solutions and workflows.
• Work directly with clients and team members, supporting their GIS needs, troubleshooting issues, and clearly explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor and train junior GIS specialists, fostering skill development and professional growth within the team.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in GIS, preferably in a similar industry.
• Degree in GIS, geography, or related field with demonstrated capabilities in GIS.
• Proficiency in spatial analysis, cartography, and managing GIS datasets.
• Strong knowledge of the ArcGIS platform and other relevant GIS software.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain GIS applications.
• Experience in scripting and automation of GIS tasks.
• Familiarity with current GIS technology trends and the ability to integrate innovative solutions into workflows.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience working with clients, addressing their GIS needs and troubleshooting issues.
• Capability to mentor and guide junior team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced expertise in the ArcGIS suite, including ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Familiarity with field data collection and management techniques.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python for GIS automation.
• Experience consulting within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry.
• Experience working on renewables, transmission, land development, or public infrastructure projects.
• Experience using AutoCAD and DWG files.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do. We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision.

Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make. We are deeply invested in the communities we serve through our projects and giving-back initiatives, enriching lives and creating a lasting impact.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Pay

$30.00-$35.00 hourly