GIS/Data Analyst 2

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm-we're creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to expand, we''re looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what''s next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

Apex Companies is seeking a GIS/Data Analyst 2 to support environmental, remediation, compliance, asset management, and engineering projects throughout California. This role combines geospatial analysis, database management, data visualization, and technical support to help project teams deliver high-quality services to clients across the environmental and infrastructure sectors.

The ideal candidate is proficient in GIS software, spatial analysis, data management, and reporting, and enjoys working with multidisciplinary teams to transform complex datasets into actionable information.

Key Responsibilities

GIS Analysis & Mapping

• Develop, maintain, and update GIS databases and geodatabases.
• Create high-quality maps, figures, exhibits, and web-based mapping applications.
• Perform spatial analysis to support environmental investigations, remediation projects, permitting, compliance, and asset management programs.
• Integrate data from multiple sources, including field data collection systems, GPS equipment, databases, and client systems.

Data Management & Analytics

• Manage large environmental and engineering datasets.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of GIS and analytical data.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations using GIS and business intelligence tools.
• Assist project managers in tracking project metrics, schedules, budgets, and performance data.

Technical Support

• Support environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, and project managers with mapping and data deliverables.
• Prepare technical graphics for reports, proposals, and client presentations.
• Maintain standardized workflows for data collection, storage, and reporting.
• Support implementation of enterprise GIS and data management initiatives.

Client & Team Collaboration

• Participate in project planning and technical meetings.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders regarding GIS and data requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and data management solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor''s degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 3+years of GIS and data management experience.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of relational databases and data management principles.
• Experience preparing professional maps and technical figures.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and data quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with a client-service mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting environmental consulting, remediation, groundwater, compliance, utility, or infrastructure projects.

• Working knowledge of:

• SQL

• Python

• Power BI

• Field Maps

• Survey123

• Experience Builder

• Web App Builder

• Familiarity with environmental databases and analytical laboratory datasets.

• Experience developing automated workflows and dashboards.

What Success Looks Like

• Delivers accurate GIS products and data deliverables on schedule.
• Maintains high data integrity and QA/QC standards.
• Helps project teams improve efficiency through technology and automation.
• Supports growth of GIS and data management capabilities across California operations

Why you''ll love working for us:

• Company-subsidized medical and dental.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
• 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Scientist 2 - Project Scientist

Req ID: 12129

Annual Expected Pay Range

$72,000-$85,000 USD

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