GIS Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The GIS Analyst is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, mapping, quality assurance, analysis, and application projects within an environmental and architecture and engineering (A/E) context. This role operates with independence and initiative under the general supervision of a manager, providing GIS support to enterprise-wide and customer-specific requirements. The GIS Analyst will also troubleshoot and enhance existing systems and contribute to the development of new GIS tools and applications, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all spatial data operations. Additional responsibilities may include leading and managing GIS projects.

• Assist with or lead and manage GIS projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to client specifications, and alignment with project scopes and budgets.
• Perform advanced-level GIS analysis and create detailed mapping and visualization solutions for complex engineering and environmental projects.
• Design, develop, test, troubleshoot, and improve new and existing GIS data, processes, and applications to enhance company capabilities.
• Design and implement robust quality assurance processes to maintain data integrity, standardization, and accuracy across all GIS layers/themes.
• Provide expert GIS support services and consultation to management, staff (especially the Environmental Department), and external clients (50%).
• Manage, provide, maintain, and enhance access to spatial data as a key part of the company’s services (10%).
• Develop and manage GIS tools, applications, and interfaces of spatially referenced datasets to support departmental and client requirements (15%).
• Conduct efficient GIS data mining to provide solutions to ad hoc requests from internal teams and clients (15%).
• Research readily available data to assist with preparation of graphics and proper documentation of data found (10%).
• Coordinate effectively across multiple departments (engineering, environmental, surveying) and projects, supporting both environmental and engineering initiatives.
• Occasional fieldwork may be required to support data collection or verification efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Proficient in GIS and other data analysis tools. 
• Ability to create, analyze, report, convert, or transfer data using GIS software.
• Capability to provide GIS support for multiple environmental and engineering projects.
• Knowledgeable in environmental regulations and best practices.
• This role requires occasional fieldwork and collaboration across multiple departments and projects, supporting both environmental and engineering initiatives.
• Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills, and ability to maintain schedules and meet project deadlines. 
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work cross-functionally in a team environment.  
• Familiar with the architecture and engineering industry. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Assist with administrative duties and needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelors Degree in Geographic Information Science, Environmental Science field, Geography, or related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in GIS design, mapping, and analysis (beyond formal education), or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
• GISP certification
• Expertise in ESRI ArcGIS Pro 3.7.
• Ability to download data from Portable GPS units and a working knowledge of ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS  Field Maps and AutoCAD version 12 and similar applications.

Work Environment:

The work environment features below are representative of those an employee meets while performing the essential functions of the role. 

This position is in a professional office environment. The person in this role will routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Requirements: 

The physical demands below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to effectively perform the essential functions of the role. 

The person in this position may require sitting or standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 25 pounds.

• Dependent upon experience.
• CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long-Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.

CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.