GIS Manager

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land‑based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large‑scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3‑day posting window. Job Description Invenergy is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Senior Manager, GIS to contribute to our geospatial strategy and data governance efforts across the project lifecycle. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in cross‑functional environments, excels at team leadership, and brings a strategic mindset to geospatial data management and workflow optimization. As a Senior Manager, you will guide a team of GIS professionals and work closely with internal client teams to ensure geospatial data and map deliverables are accurately prepared for project workflows. You will champion quality deliverables, data integrity, and innovation in GIS applications. You will help shape the future of geospatial technologies at Invenergy. This is a leadership role focused on people, process, and collaboration—not just technical execution. We’re looking for someone who can connect dots across disciplines, identify opportunities for efficiency, and empower people to deliver high‑quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Collaboration Lead and mentor a team of GIS analysts and technicians, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning. Serve as a strategic liaison between GIS and other business units, including engineering, development, and environmental permitting teams. Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration to align geospatial workflows with broader project and organizational goals. Promote knowledge sharing and best practices across teams to improve workflow adoption. Geospatial Strategy & Governance Participate in the development and implementation of GIS data governance standards, including data cataloging, metadata protocols, and quality control procedures. Evaluate and recommend new geospatial technologies and integrations to enhance operational efficiency and project execution. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define geospatial requirements for scopes of work, contracts, and deliverables. Project Support & Process Optimization Learn Invenergy’s core business and execution workflows to target incremental changes. Support internal studies by coordinating interdisciplinary data inputs and facilitating geospatial analysis. Guide the integration of GIS tools into engineering workflows to reduce human error, centralize data management, and improve decision‑making. Identify workflow inefficiencies and lead initiatives to streamline processes through automation, standardization, and improved data access. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Represent GIS interests in meetings with internal leadership, external consultants, and regulatory agencies. Communicate complex geospatial concepts and findings clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences. Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to support project planning and stakeholder engagement. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, geography, or a related field. 7+ years of professional experience in similar positions. Proven ability to lead teams and manage cross‑functional projects. Strong understanding of data management and governance. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Experience working with ESRI products (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online / ArcGIS Enterprise). Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred 4+ years of supervisory or managerial experience. Master's degree in engineering, environmental science, geography, or a related field. Experience with formal project management. Experience in energy or infrastructure industry. Familiarity with Python, SQL, FME, or other tools for workflow automation. Knowledge of CAD/GIS integration and multidisciplinary data workflows. Base Pay $118,000.00 - $170,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 25% - 40% The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc. Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Invenergy LLC