Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc

Senior GIS Analyst / Project Manager

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc$98K — $123K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of GIS technology experience, including 4 years in project management.
  • BS in GIS, Engineering, Planning, or Geography; Master's degree preferred.
  • GISP certification is a plus.
  • Proficiency in Esri's ArcGIS Platform is required.
  • Experience in managing GIS projects of varying sizes.

Responsibilities

  • Manage GIS projects and ensure they meet timelines and budgets.
  • Identify business development opportunities and assist with proposals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop spatial data processes.
  • Provide mentorship and technical support to junior staff.
  • Configure web applications using Esri tools for project support.
  • Contribute innovative solutions to project challenges.
  • Prepare estimates and develop proposals for new projects.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with flexibility across New England offices.
  • Opportunity for career growth and mentoring roles.
  • Collaboration with a diverse team across multiple sectors.
  • Engagement with various clients, enhancing professional diversity.
Full Job Description
Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking a Senior GIS Analyst/Project Manager to join our growing team in New England. The ideal candidate will be able to work a hybrid schedule out of one of our Massachusetts offices, our Providence, RI office, or our Wethersfield, CT office; however, other New England office locations may also be considered. This role will be part of VHB's GIS team, supporting a wide range of clients with geographic information system (GIS) services across sectors including transportation, state departments of transportation (DOT), municipal governments, energy, institutional, real estate, and federal agencies.

The successful candidate should have hands-on leadership experience managing projects, serving as a mentor to junior GIS staff and be proficient in the Esri Software Suite (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, Survey123, ArcGIS Enterprise) and proficient in database management. The position offers opportunity in expanding and continuing to shape the group.

Responsibilities
  • Manage and support GIS projects and tasks to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with scope, quality standards, and client expectations.
  • Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities, contributing to client relationship development, assisting with proposals and interviews, and helping win new GIS-related work and projects.
  • Collaborate with software engineers, GIS professionals, project teams, and other stakeholders to support spatial data processes and the development of end-user applications.
  • Provide technical direction, mentorship, and support to junior GIS staff and project team members.
  • Provide support in configuring web applications using Esri's ArcGIS Online/Portal (ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, StoryMaps, Experience Builder, ArcGIS Dashboard, Web Maps and Hub Sites), to support project work.
  • Communicate and be able to work as an individual as well as part of a large team.
  • Proactively provide your own ideas and solutions to solve project related problems.
  • Provide time estimates, write scopes of work, and develop budget estimates for project proposals and RFPs.
  • Perform Quality Control tests on work products done by others.

Skills and Attributes
  • Must have a solid understanding of the principles and practices of GIS and cartography.
  • Demonstrated experience in task managing or project management on GIS projects of all sizes and complexity.
  • Ability to identify GIS-related growth opportunities, support client relationships, and contribute to business development and pursuit activities.
  • Geodatabase design, development, management and maintenance.
  • Experience configuring web applications using Esri's web application frameworks and products such as Experience Builder, ArcGIS Dashboards, Field Maps, and Survey123.
  • Able to create map services and interactive web applications.
  • Experience with scripting and automation across Esri's ArcGIS Platform.
  • Able to utilize GIS applications to perform advanced spatial analysis or data conversion or manipulation. i.e., raster/surface manipulation, mosaic, modify and repurpose imagery for other software.
  • Ability to learn new skills and methods on-the-fly, troubleshoot issues, and solve technical problems.
  • Innovative spirit and a growth mindset-eager to build new client relationships and expand our visibility in the region.

Qualifications
  • 8+ years of professional experience utilizing GIS technology, including at least 4 years of project management experience.
  • BS in GIS, Engineering, Planning, or Geography
  • Master's degree preferred and may be substituted for 1-2 years of experience
  • GISP certification preferred
  • Extensive experience working across Esri's ArcGIS Platform (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise)

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Massachusetts is $98,000-123,000 and for the position located in Vermont is $82,000-105,000. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.

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About Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (VHB) is a multidisciplinary engineering firm headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts. The company was founded in 1979 and provides a wide range of services, including transportation planning and design, environmental planning and permitting, land development, and surveying. VHB has completed projects in a variety of industries, including transportation, real estate, and energy. The company is known for its expertise in sustainable design and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. VHB is a privately held company and has offices throughout the United States.
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