Gis Analyst

Job Title: GIS Analyst

Job Description

The GIS Analyst performs advanced geographic and non-geographic data manipulation, management, and analysis, creates high-quality cartographic products, and supports a wide range of projects by applying GIS processes across multiple software environments. This role combines hands-on technical GIS work with project leadership responsibilities, close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and opportunities to contribute to impactful energy, land, and community development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Compile, manipulate, refine, and distribute geographic data from diverse sources, including public domain data warehouses, field observations, remote sensing, and existing geospatial datasets.
• Produce detailed, high-quality digital and hardcopy cartographic map products and accompanying reports that align with established standards, technical guidelines, and client requirements.
• Revise existing GIS layers and create new layers while following established standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Correct the geospatial location of features using aerial photography, topographic data, and other reference sources.
• Perform regular quality assurance and quality control on GIS data and associated graphic components to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Identify data or process issues proactively and ensure that assigned jobs and tasks are completed according to schedule.
• Work closely with engineers, surveyors, technicians, project coordinators, project managers, and support staff to process and manage geospatial data.
• Communicate efficiently with project team members to support multi-user workflows and shared project goals.
• Work independently and collaboratively to understand project needs and generate special-purpose maps while maintaining and updating geospatial datasets.
• Manage project tasks related to GIS, including database design, database management, and data visualization.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining a strong commitment to keeping deliverables on time and within budget.
• Maintain exceptional internal and external client relationships through responsive communication, quality work, and reliable follow-through.
• Demonstrate leadership by overseeing technical GIS aspects of projects and tasks with minimal guidance from management.
• Perform QA/QC on GIS tasks completed by similarly or less experienced team members, providing feedback and guidance as needed.
• Assist the Information Technology department with general IT coordination tasks related to GIS and associated systems.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8 plus years of professional experience in GIS or closely related geospatial roles.
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS software, including desktop tools and ESRI server and web-based technologies.
• Strong understanding of core geospatial concepts such as projections, coordinate systems, and spatial data structures.
• Demonstrated ability to extract, convert, and integrate data from multiple formats into GIS databases, including Pipelogix, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, and AutoCAD.
• Experience performing GIS data manipulation, management, analysis, and cartographic production.
• Ability to perform thorough QA/QC on GIS data and mapping outputs.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to the corporate office as well as local client locations and project sites.
• Strong planning, organization, preparation, and execution capabilities to manage multiple concurrent projects and tasks.
• Demonstrated experience in project management or technical leadership within GIS-focused projects.
• Experience with ecological, municipal, site development, and/or TD&P (transportation, distribution, and planning or similar) projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree in GIS is preferred but not required.
• Experience with water utilities and related infrastructure projects is a significant plus.
• CityWorks experience is a major advantage, especially in municipal engineering and asset management contexts.
• Familiarity with ESRI-based asset management solutions and municipal engineering workflows.
• GSIP certification or similar geospatial certification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience working with power and energy, municipal, land development, or oil and gas markets is beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical oversight and mentorship to other GIS professionals.

Work Environment

The role is primarily office-based with some field site visits to local clients and project locations. The position follows a Monday through Friday schedule with flexible hours, typically totaling 40-50 hours per week. The work model is hybrid, with approximately three days in the office and two days available for remote work, offering a balance of collaboration and flexibility. You will work with ESRI ArcGIS software, ESRI server and web-based technologies, CityWorks (where applicable), and tools such as Pipelogix, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, and AutoCAD. The environment emphasizes dynamic, daring, and diverse teamwork, with a strong focus on client-centric solutions, innovative problem-solving, and community-focused outcomes. The culture supports professional growth, encourages new perspectives, and empowers team members to do their best work every day while contributing to energy, land, and community development projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Plymouth, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Plymouth,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

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