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GIS Professional - ( 240000JM )
Description
Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O U.
Your Opportunity
Responsible for providing GIS services to external and/or internal clients in a shared services environment. Requires application of developed technical knowledge to determine client needs and proposes optimal GIS solutions to meet business needs. Work is limited in scope, requiring sound application of established codes, standards and guidelines. Work is assigned for developing skills such as client service and building productive working relationships.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Uses geospatial data to complete tasks using knowledge of Geographical Information Systems
- Assists team in preparing aerial and mapping exhibits
- Inputs data into relevant software programs
- Monitors own work and that of the team to ensure budgets and schedules are being met
- Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions
- Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Working knowledge of GIS Platforms, HEC-RAS, Inovyze, AutoCAD and ESRI software suite including ArcGIS
- Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team
Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in GIS or related field & Licensed Professional Engineer. Minimum of 2 years of experience.
Position will work in both a field and office setting.
Incumbents are expected to travel 10% of the time; trips may include one or multiple overnight stays.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : United States-Kentucky-Louisville
Other Locations : United States-Mississippi-Jackson, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-Texas-San Antonio, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Tennessee-Nashville
Work Locations :
Louisville Shelbyville Rd KY
Organization : BC-2243 Water-US Delivery
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Feb 8, 2024, 2:35:30 PM
Req ID: 240000JM
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans