GIS Analyst

Overview

At Dillon, we operate as one team.

We are currently seeking a GIS Analyst with surveying and drone (RPAS) data collection skills to join our team at our growing Iqaluit office. We welcome applicants whose strengths are primarily in GIS and spatial analysis, as well as those whose background is primarily in surveying and drone data collection. You will be a member of Dillon’s GIS Discipline within the Data Integration Services Practice, and a key part of our multidisciplinary group working with municipal, territorial, federal, and Inuit organization partners, as well as private sector, commercial, and resource/mining clients across Nunavut.

This position is based at our Iqaluit office. The role is open to applicants residing anywhere in Nunavut, with preference for candidates based in or willing to relocate to Iqaluit. Regular travel to communities across Nunavut and the broader North is anticipated.

We offer flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life.

About Dillon

Dillon Consulting Limited (Dillon) is a proudly Canadian, 100% employee-owned professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management. With over 25 offices and more than 1100 employees across Canada, we offer a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities. 

At Dillon, we strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation and thrive on interdisciplinary collaboration, empowering our people to challenge conventional thinking and build careers focused on creating a lasting impact in our communities. We are committed to ongoing professional development and celebrate the unique perspectives that each team member brings to the table.

Employee ownership is available to all Dillon team members, and over 60% of our employees own shares in Dillon. Through employee ownership, we return the financial benefit created by our project work to the very people who created that value. Because we are an employee-owned firm, your voice will be an essential part of our shared success. 

About the Role

As our GIS Analyst in Iqaluit, you will be Dillon’s geospatial presence on the ground in Nunavut. You will collect, process, and deliver the survey, drone, and spatial data that underpin our northern projects, and you will connect that work with Dillon’s nationwide network of technical specialists spanning municipal infrastructure, water and wastewater, housing, community planning, transportation, and environmental services.

At Dillon, one of the things we are most proud of is how we show up for our clients. We answer the phone. We respond when issues come up. We work through challenges together. We build trust by being reliable, practical, and present.

We are looking for someone who brings that same mindset to geospatial work in Nunavut: someone who is dependable and responsive, takes pride in getting the data right in challenging field conditions, and is committed to building strong, lasting relationships with clients, communities, Inuit organizations, and northern partners.

Responsibilities

• Field Data Collection & Drone Operations: Plan and carry out RPAS/drone flights, GNSS/RTK and total station surveys, and other field data collection in Iqaluit and communities across Nunavut.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams including planners, engineers, scientists, and technologists
• Contribute to the development and management of existing and innovative technical systems, standards, and procedures to maintain a high standard of efficiency and quality in products and services
• Provide GIS technical support related to GIS components of operational projects (internal and external) including data management, spatial analysis, and visualizations in various GIS and data management software (e.g. ArcGIS, Tableau, and Power BI)
• Provide innovative and efficient web tool architecture and design that can be used across multidisciplinary areas
• Apply programming and coding skills to assist with project and data resolution management, enhance web applications through the development of additional functionalities and components, and develop automated reporting tools
• Conduct comprehensive research and assess a range of GIS software solutions to enhance the development and management of existing and innovative technical systems, tools, and applications

Learning and Development

•  Commit to self-development, ongoing learning, and professional development.
• Contribute to Dillon’s corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Geography, GIS, Geomatics/Surveying, Computer Science, Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3+ years of professional experience, preferably in the consulting industry, or technical program equivalent (less experience will be considered with relevant northern/Nunavut experience).
• Demonstrated abilities in the use of ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) and/or Autodesk software (Civil 3D, Revit, etc.).
• A Transport Canada RPAS pilot certificate (Advanced Operations preferred), or the willingness to obtain one.
• Report writing, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability & Versatility: Comfortable switching gears between field work, data processing, mapping and drafting, and client check-ins.
• Northern Knowledge & Assets: Living in or having experience working in Nunavut, enrollment as an Inuk under the Nunavut Agreement, knowledge of Inuit culture and governance, and Inuktut language skills are all considered significant assets.

Experience

• Field Survey & Drone Operations: Hands-on experience planning and flying RPAS missions and conducting GNSS/RTK and total station surveys, ideally in remote, northern, environments.
• Photogrammetry & Point Cloud Processing: Pix4D or similar software, RPAS/drone flight planning software, and point-cloud processing from drone LiDAR and 3D laser scanning.
• CAD & Surveying: Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, including calculating survey plans, building digital terrain surfaces, reviewing structural plans, and establishing gridline layouts (Revit experience an asset).
• GIS & Spatial Analysis: Strong understanding of spatial analysis, spatial statistics, remote sensing, and ESRI extension tools (Network Analyst, Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst).
• Data Management & Analytics: Experience with relational database design, ETL processes, data compilation, and custom data collection models; applying statistics or machine learning to large datasets is an asset.
• Web & Mobile Applications: Hands-on experience developing mobile field tools (Survey123, Field Maps) and ArcGIS Online web applications with automated reporting.
• Programming & Automation: Python, ArcPy, JavaScript, Arcade.
• GIS, Analytics & Visualization: ArcGIS, CityEngine, Power BI.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clear technical reports, explain technical information in plain language to clients and community members, and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.

In addition to a competitive base salary, Dillon offers:

• Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement options to help balance the competing demands of work and personal life
• Employee share purchase plan
  • Dillon is 100% employee-owned, and share ownership is open to all employees.
  • Our annual share dividends have historically outperformed the market average
• Dillon’s Overtime Directive.
  • This Management Directive establishes a firm-wide 40-hour weekly overtime threshold, after which premium pay applies, ensuring consistent and fair compensation across all Canadian offices.
• Competitive benefits package, including:
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching up to 5.5%
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Wellness allowance and enhanced mental health benefits
  • Ample paid vacation
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
  • Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership rates
• Early Career Development (ECD) program
  • At Dillon, we build careers. Designed for technical professionals with less than three years of consulting experience, the ECD program accelerates the transition into entrepreneurial consultants through monthly ‘Level Up’ sessions that build both technical and consulting capabilities. Own your success; we provide the blueprint.

Health & Safety at Dillon

Prospective employees are expected to fully align with Dillon's core commitment to Health & Safety. This includes active, ongoing engagement with our Health & Safety processes and platform, and the active, ongoing identification and reporting of health and safety hazards.

Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Dillon

Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.

Technology enablement and the use of AI at Dillon

Please be advised that Dillon uses AI-assisted tools to support aspects of our recruitment process to increase efficiency and fairness. While AI supports the process, all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to this use.

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