GIS Coordinator

Quanta Services

$77K — $107K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • GIS/GISP Certification or Bachelor's Degree in a related field
  • Minimum 3 years' experience using ArcGIS in a comparable role
  • Strong proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities with ArcGIS processing challenges
  • Experience with Python scripting for process automation
  • Background in applied GIS within the civil engineering sector

Responsibilities

  • Set up and maintain GIS data capture and tracking projects
  • Coordinate appropriate data capture techniques based on project requirements
  • Lead meetings related to project setup, maintenance, and delivery
  • Interface directly with clients and project management to refine support needs
  • Delegate technical tasks to GIS Staff Technicians as needed
  • Perform quality checks on tools and outputs, troubleshooting issues in real time
  • Research advancements that may enhance tools and address consistent obstacles

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including preventive care
  • 24/7 telehealth services via Teladoc
  • Company-funded Health Savings Account and pre-tax savings options
  • 401(k) retirement plan availability
  • Paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Education reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Full Job Description


About this Role

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group (QISG) is a rapidly growing interdisciplinary engineering company within the Quanta Services (Quanta) family of companies. Quanta Services ranks #1 on the ENR 2024 Top 600 Specialty Contractors list, designing and building some of the largest infrastructure projects in North America. QISG is seeking project level GIS professionals interested in working to support large-scale engineering and construction projects throughout North America by providing GIS solutions to our engineers, project managers, construction partners and clients.

About this Role
A GIS Coordinator within QISG focuses on data capture and real-time reporting for project-related internal engineering support with deliverables that ultimately serve our clients on large-scale energy generation and transmission-related projects. Collaborating with an in-house, multi-disciplinary engineering and construction team - including civil, structural, geotechnical, construction management, and construction experts - a GIS Coordinator plays a crucial role in providing GIS solutions on projects; responsibilities include customizing solutions to best serve individual projects/programs, performing daily quality control over all project deliverables, and performing the geoprocessing/analysis steps necessary for successful delivery.

This role is an office-based position. A successful candidate is an efficient self-starter, leader, communicator and problem-solver who is comfortable using the latest ArcGIS Pro software and ArcGIS Online. They are experienced with an array of geoprocessing tools, and they are capable of independently problem-solving and provide work-around solutions to common ArcGIS processing errors and obstacles on the fly. The GIS Coordinator is encouraged to leverage the latest advancements in GIS software and processing techniques to optimize the user experience for all end-users and clients. The GIS Coordinator delegates some technical tasks to GIS Staff Technicians and effectively collaborates with other GIS Coordinators and peers on a regular basis.

What You'll Do

  • Set up and maintenance of GIS data capture/tracking projects
  • Coordinate appropriate data capture techniques based on project needs - typically utilizing ArcGIS Survey123 and/or Field Maps
  • Coordinate meetings related to project set-up/maintenance/delivery
  • Directly interface with clients and/or QISG Project Management to hone-in on project support needs
  • Delegate technical tasks to Staff Technicians when needed
  • Perform daily quality checks on tools, maps, or outputs and swiftly trouble-shoot issues in real time
  • Build Survey123 forms in Survey123 Connect and Fields Maps
  • Report on weekly activities to GIS Manager
  • Independently research updates/advancements that may impact our tools/outputs or provide new solutions to consistent obstacles
  • Write and manage python scripts for automation of process workflows
  • Conduct on-site training for field application deployment during project kick-offs
  • Provide daily technical support to field staff with a patient and collaborative approach


What You'll Bring

  • GIS/GISP Certification AND/OR Bachelor's Degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Computer Science or related field
  • Minimum 3 years' experience using ArcGIS in a GIS Technician (or equivalent) role with applied cartography, database management, and spatial analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to comfortably operate ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
  • Ability to work with moderate supervision and maximum efficiency in a small or medium size office setting
  • Any project management/coordinator or leadership experience
  • Survey123, Field Maps
  • ArcGIS Dashboards
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot ArcGIS-related challenges.
  • Strong cartographic and visual design standards to make work products look great for both print and web.
  • Strong data management skills including creating, editing, and transforming GIS data.
  • Experience writing/operating Python script to automate processes.
  • Experience building forms via ArcGIS Survey123 Connect for data collection.
  • Experience with client (or client-adjacent) consulting related to project management.
  • Experience leveraging AGOL Web Applications for end-user operation (ie: ArcGIS Dashboards, Story Maps, Experiences).
  • Applied GIS Experience in the civil engineering industry.

Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to lift 40 lbs at times.
  • Must be able to bend, lift, climb, and walk on uneven surfaces.

Travel Requirements
Varies based on seasonal and project requirements: estimated as up to 15% of the work year for on-site field trainings and conference attendance.

What You'll Get

QISG Benefits Highlights
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
  • 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • No-cost Short- and Long-term Disability
  • Employer-paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental leave
  • Education Reimbursement and Professional Development
  • Employee discount program and optional insurance offerings:
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Accident Insurance
    • Voluntary Life (spouse and child)
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity
    • Pet Insurance


Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $77,900.00/Yr. - USD $107,900.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

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