What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Specialist position at Seamon, Whiteside & Assoc Inc?
Description
SeamonWhiteside is looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our growing Innovation team as a GIS Specialist in our Mount Pleasant, SC office.
The GIS Specialist is responsible for the management and analysis of geographic data to support ongoing SeamonWhiteside projects. This role will work across multiple teams to collect, interpret, and present findings in a way that can be useful for project advancement. The GIS Specialist will work closely with the Water Resources team, Innovation team, Survey team, and Civil Engineering teams.
About Us
Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing.
With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise. SW ’s water resources team expands our diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sectors including flood studies, stormwater and water/wastewater management, utilities infrastructure design, and resiliency planning.
With over 195 employees, and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, and Spartanburg, SC as well as Charlotte and Raleigh, NC, SW inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, of designing innovative spaces that enrich lives and leave a legacy for future generations.
Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities. In addition, company sponsored events, such as golf tournaments, sports teams and happy hours, along with philanthropic endeavors provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Geographic Systems, Geography or related field.
Experience:
- 2 years’ experience management of GIS Systems.
- 2 years' experience creating tools and applications to troubleshoot and improve data analysis.
Required Skills
- Knowledge of ArcGIS systems (QGIS, PostGIS)
- Strong understanding of spatial data formats (e.g., shapefiles, geodatabases, raster, vector.
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
Desired Skills
- Experience working with Drones in the field
- Understanding of Pointcloud/ LIDAR systems
- Survey License desired not required
- High degree of accuracy with an attention to detail while maintaining confidentiality on behalf of our clients
- A valid driver's license
SW Benefits
- Flexible schedule (Work/Life Balance)
- 10 Company Paid Holidays
- 100% Company paid Dental, STD, LTD, and Term Life Insurance
- Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Vision, Voluntary Term Life, Accidental, Critical Illness, Allstate Term to 100 Life Insurance, and Nationwide Pet Insurance.
- 401K with employer match
- Health Savings Account (HSA)/ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Wellness Program
For more information on our company and benefits, please visit our website at www.Seamonwhiteside.com
SeamonWhiteside is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
