Staff GIS Specialist
GIS Specialist - Minneapolis-St. Paul
Company Description
Join a leading employee-owned consulting firm delivering engineering, environmental, and construction solutions nationwide. Known for its commitment to innovation and technical excellence, the organization partners with clients across infrastructure, energy, and environmental sectors to deliver impactful, sustainable projects. Collaboration, professional growth, and client success are at the core of its culture.
Location
Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN (Full-time, On-site/Hybrid flexibility)
Role Summary
As a GIS Specialist, you will contribute to a variety of environmental and engineering projects by creating, maintaining, and analyzing geospatial data. Working alongside cross-functional teams, you'll provide mapping and GIS support that helps drive project execution, enhance field operations, and deliver high-quality results to clients.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and analyze GIS datasets for environmental and engineering initiatives.
- Produce maps and geospatial deliverables using data from diverse sources, including field inputs and databases.
- Perform spatial analysis, data processing, and ongoing GIS maintenance activities.
- Support project planning efforts, including preparing technical approaches, cost estimates, and schedules.
- Collect and process GPS data to support accurate field mapping and surveys.
- Execute coordinate transformations, data projections, and georeferencing tasks.
- Collaborate closely with engineering and surveying teams to meet project objectives.
- Assist in optimizing GIS workflows, tools, and system functionality.
- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and proper metadata documentation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
- At least 4 years of relevant GIS experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Hands-on experience with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online (AGOL).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and manage spatial data.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and general data management practices.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and organizational abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting infrastructure, environmental, or engineering-related projects.
- Familiarity with GPS data collection and post-processing techniques.
- Experience developing GIS tools, automations, or custom workflows.
- Understanding of geospatial data standards and metadata best practices.
What's in it for You
- Work on meaningful projects that impact infrastructure and environmental sustainability.
- Collaborative, employee-driven culture with strong opportunities for advancement.
- Access to modern GIS technologies and diverse project exposure.
- Competitive compensation: $85K-$125K base + bonus potential.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, retirement plans, and ownership opportunities.
How to Apply
Apply directly here or send your resume with the subject line: GIS Specialist - Minneapolis. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
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