GIS Project Manager

WSB and Associates • $80K — $100K *
Minneapolis, MN 55407In-Person
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Business, GIS, Geography, Planning, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience managing technical or cross-disciplinary projects, preferably in consulting or technology-driven sectors.
  • Proven experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders and complex technical components.
  • Familiarity with Agile practices, preferably with Scrum, and experience using work management tools like Azure DevOps or Jira.
  • Experience in software implementation projects related to GIS or Asset Management is advantageous.
  • Strong project management skills in scheduling, risk management, and communication planning.
  • Ability to convey complex technical concepts in accessible language.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and deliver complex GIS projects from start to finish, ensuring they meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams through agile delivery methods, including sprint planning and backlog management.
  • Coordinate key project activities such as requirements gathering and user testing.
  • Monitor project performance, identify risks, and apply mitigation strategies early.
  • Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring clear communication of project expectations and outcomes.
  • Facilitate workshops and decision-making sessions with clients and team members.
  • Support the GIS Group with planning and coordination across various projects.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
  • Chance to build long-term relationships with clients based on trust and value delivery.
  • Engagement in complex projects within innovative fields such as renewable energy and environmental sectors.
Full Job Description
Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking a GIS Project Manager to joing our growing team. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What you will do:
  • Manage and deliver complex, technical GIS projects from initiation through close-out, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
  • Lead project teamsincluding GIS analysts, developers, architects, and subject matter expertsthrough structured agile delivery approaches, including sprint planning, backlog management, and iterative releases.
  • Coordinate activities such as requirements gathering, solution design, stakeholder engagement, user acceptance testing, and deployment.
  • Monitor project performance proactively,identifyrisks and issues early, and implement mitigation strategies tomaintainproject momentum.
  • Ensure that documentation, communication, and change management activities meet WSB and client standards.
  • Serve asprimarypoint of contact for clients, ensuring project expectations are well-defined, clearly communicated, and consistently met.
  • Facilitate workshops, sprint reviews, demos, and decision-making sessions with clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights and recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Build long-term client relationships by delivering value,anticipatingneeds, and fostering trust.
  • Provide project management support acrossWSB'sGIS Group, technical leads, and analysts with planning, coordination, scheduling, and documentation.
  • Help balance workload demands by stepping into active projects to support task tracking, communication, issue management, or sprint facilitation.
  • Assistwith coordinating shared resources across multiple projects, ensuring clear prioritization and alignment with group-wide commitments.
  • Collaborate withGISleadershiptoidentifyprocess improvements, operational efficiencies, and opportunities to improve team coordination.

What you will bring:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Business, GIS, Geography, Planning, Computer Science, Engineering, ora related field.
  • 3+years of experience managing technical or cross-disciplinary projects, ideally within consulting, infrastructure, planning, environmental, or technology-driven industries.
  • Proven experience delivering projects that involve multiple stakeholders, iterative development cycles, and complex technical components.
  • Experience with Azure DevOps, Jira, Smartsheet, or other work management platforms.
  • Experience working within agile or hybrid project management frameworks; familiarity with Scrum is preferred but notrequired.
  • Experience supporting or managing complex software implementation projects (e.g., Enterprise GIS or Asset Management systems) is a plus.
  • Experience working in or with renewable energy, utilities, infrastructure, or environmental sectors preferred but notrequired.
  • Strong project management skills, including scheduling, risk management, scope control, financial tracking, and communication planning.
  • Ability to break down complex technical requirements into clear tasks, user stories, or deliverables that teams can execute efficiently.
  • Skilled infacilitatingagileactivities(sprint planning, retrospectives, reviews) and fostering iterative, collaborative delivery.
  • Strong competency with project management and collaboration tools (Azure DevOps, Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet, Teams, etc.).
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business context for clients and leadership.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate across disciplines, and drive accountability toward shared outcomes.

About WSB and Associates

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Joining WSB and Associates presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team of professionals dedicated to engineering excellence and innovative solutions. As a company celebrated for its commitment to growth, leadership, and diversity, WSB and Associates is the perfect place to advance a career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

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WSB and Associates offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Each position at the company is designed to challenge team members while providing meaningful pathways to personal and professional development.

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For those beginning their professional journey, WSB and Associates provides robust internship programs. These opportunities are crafted to bridge the gap between academic theories and real-world applications, allowing interns to gain invaluable industry experience and networking connections.

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Commitment to professional growth is a cornerstone of the culture at WSB and Associates. The company supports this with comprehensive benefits, continuous professional development, and diversity training programs that encourage innovation and leadership. Employees are equipped with the tools and knowledge to excel in their roles and beyond.

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The team environment at WSB and Associates is built on a foundation of respect and inclusivity, ensuring a workplace where everyone can thrive. The company's dedication to diversity fosters a culture rich in different perspectives and ideas, driving innovation and enhancing problem-solving capabilities.

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The hiring process at WSB and Associates is designed to be transparent and engaging, starting from the initial job posting to the final interview. Candidates are encouraged to showcase their skills and experience through a detailed resume and are supported throughout the process to ensure a smooth and informative experience.

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