Stantec

Global design and engineering consulting services

Geospatial Specialist

Data ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCA$75.3k - CA$109.3k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of the Esri ArcGIS system, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online or Enterprise, Experience Builder, Dashboards, Field Maps, and Survey123.
Experience applying GIS, spatial analysis, and geographic principles to solve problems, support decision-making, and deliver solutions for multidisciplinary projects.
Strong cartographic, data-visualization, and data-management skills, including metadata, data governance, sharing, permissions, projections, and coordinate systems.
Ability to work independently under general supervision, organize priorities, interpret guidelines, assess data and analytical results, and make sound technical decisions.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and project requirements, identify opportunities for automation and technology-enabled efficiencies, and deliver accurate, high-quality work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, project managers, technical specialists, and multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Ability to provide technical guidance, share knowledge, and support junior staff, demonstrating sound judgment, accountability, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geoscience, Environmental Science, or a related field, with demonstrated GIS training or coursework; or an equivalent combination of education and related professional experience.
Minimum of 10 years of related professional GIS experience, excluding coursework.

Responsibilities

Create, transform, maintain, and document spatial and non-spatial data for desktop, online, enterprise, and mobile GIS platforms using Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise.
Produce fit-for-purpose maps, visualizations, data summaries, and analytical outputs for multidisciplinary project deliverables in accordance with established cartographic and QA/QC standards.
Analyze spatial and non-spatial data using appropriate geoprocessing, analytical, and scripting tools, exercising independent professional judgment to validate results, resolve technical issues, identify risks, and recommend corrective action.
Develop and support web maps, dashboards, web applications, and mobile field solutions using ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS Field Maps, and ArcGIS Survey123.
Manage field data, metadata, storage, retrieval, sharing, permissions, governance, and archiving in accordance with established geospatial data-management standards.
Coordinate assigned GIS work, budgets, and schedules; communicate scope, effort, budget, schedule, and technical concerns; and keep project managers and internal or external clients informed of requirements, progress, and changes.
Identify and implement improvements to geospatial workflows, data-management practices, automation, technical procedures, and project-delivery processes.
Provide informal technical guidance, coaching, knowledge sharing, task support, and work review for junior geospatial staff, as appropriate.
Collaborate with GIS colleagues and multidisciplinary teams across Stantec, contributing to an inclusive, respectful, and accountable work environment.
Follow applicable health, safety, security, and environmental requirements and contribute to safe and sustainable work practices.
Report to the east Canada Geospatial Team Lead.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of Arcade, Python, FME, ModelBuilder, or other GIS programming and workflow automation tools.
Working knowledge of CAD data and software, including AutoCAD or MicroStation.
Experience working with LiDAR, remote sensing, GPS, satellite imagery, or other geospatial technologies and data sources.
Experience with EnviroInsite, Datamine, or similar specialized technical applications.
Experience supporting business development, proposals, scope development, and project planning.
Experience delivering GIS solutions for environmental, transportation, mining, utility, or land-development projects, including environmental assessments, site assessments, or regulatory processes.
Working experience in the AEC industry.
Bilingual French.

We are seeking a talented Geospatial Specialist to join our team. You will be part of a collaborative group of GIS Specialists and Data Services professionals who deliver innovative solutions to both internal and external clients within an ESRI Enterprise environment.

As a member of our Environmental Services Geospatial team—comprising over 160 geospatial professionals, you will help identify client needs and recommend optimal geospatial technologies and solutions to meet business objectives. Our team is solid and experienced, with an average of 15 years of professional expertise. We’re proud to say that our department has a strong retention rate, with employees staying with the company for more then 10 years in average.

As a Geospatial Specialist with Stantec you will provide technical support which includes mapping applications, spatial analysis, and map production; as well as project support for assigned projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

Create, transform, maintain, and document spatial and non-spatial data for desktop, online, enterprise, and mobile GIS platforms using Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise.
Produce fit-for-purpose maps, visualizations, data summaries, and analytical outputs for multidisciplinary project deliverables in accordance with established cartographic and QA/QC standards.
Analyze spatial and non-spatial data using appropriate geoprocessing, analytical, and scripting tools, exercising independent professional judgment to validate results, resolve technical issues, identify risks, and recommend corrective action.
Develop and support web maps, dashboards, web applications, and mobile field solutions using ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS Field Maps, and ArcGIS Survey123.
Manage field data, metadata, storage, retrieval, sharing, permissions, governance, and archiving in accordance with established geospatial data-management standards.
Coordinate assigned GIS work, budgets, and schedules; communicate scope, effort, budget, schedule, and technical concerns; and keep project managers and internal or external clients informed of requirements, progress, and changes.
Identify and implement improvements to geospatial workflows, data-management practices, automation, technical procedures, and project-delivery processes.
Provide informal technical guidance, coaching, knowledge sharing, task support, and work review for junior geospatial staff, as appropriate.
Collaborate with GIS colleagues and multidisciplinary teams across Stantec, contributing to an inclusive, respectful, and accountable work environment.
Follow applicable health, safety, security, and environmental requirements and contribute to safe and sustainable work practices.
Report to the east Canada Geospatial Team Lead.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Strong working knowledge of the Esri ArcGIS system, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online or Enterprise, Experience Builder, Dashboards, Field Maps, and Survey123.
Experience applying GIS, spatial analysis, and geographic principles to solve problems, support decision-making, and deliver solutions for multidisciplinary projects.
Strong cartographic, data-visualization, and data-management skills, including metadata, data governance, sharing, permissions, projections, and coordinate systems.
Ability to work independently under general supervision, organize priorities, interpret guidelines, assess data and analytical results, and make sound technical decisions.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and project requirements, identify opportunities for automation and technology-enabled efficiencies, and deliver accurate, high-quality work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, project managers, technical specialists, and multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Ability to provide technical guidance, share knowledge, and support junior staff, demonstrating sound judgment, accountability, problem-solving, and attention to detail.

Preferred

Knowledge of Arcade, Python, FME, ModelBuilder, or other GIS programming and workflow automation tools.
Working knowledge of CAD data and software, including AutoCAD or MicroStation.
Experience working with LiDAR, remote sensing, GPS, satellite imagery, or other geospatial technologies and data sources.
Experience with EnviroInsite, Datamine, or similar specialized technical applications.
Experience supporting business development, proposals, scope development, and project planning.
Experience delivering GIS solutions for environmental, transportation, mining, utility, or land-development projects, including environmental assessments, site assessments, or regulatory processes.
Working Experience in the AEC industry
Bilingual (French)

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geoscience, Environmental Science, or a related field, with demonstrated GIS training or coursework; or an equivalent combination of education and related professional experience.
Minimum of 10 years of related professional GIS experience, excluding coursework.

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.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. #StayInquisitive

Pay Range 1: Locations in PEI & NB-$75,300.00 - $109,300.00 Annually

About the Company

Stantec

Global design and engineering consulting services

Stantec is a global design and consulting firm that delivers professional services in multiple sectors, including buildings, energy and resources, environmental services, infrastructure, and water. It helps municipalities, governments, and private clients plan, design, engineer, and manage projects by offering planning, architecture, engineering, environmental, and project management services for a fee. The company differentiates itself through its global reach and multi-disciplinary teams that provide integrated solutions across many sectors, enabling end-to-end project delivery. Its goal is to help clients design and implement infrastructure, facilities, and environmental solutions that meet their objectives, operate efficiently, and serve communities over the long term.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Edmonton, Canada
Founded: 1954

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