GIS Analyst

Description

The GIS Analyst is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, mapping, quality assurance, analysis, and application projects within an architecture and engineering (A/E) context. This role operates with independence and initiative under the general supervision of a manager, providing critical GIS support to enterprise-wide and customer-specific requirements. The GIS Analyst will also lead and manage GIS projects, troubleshoot and enhance existing systems, and contribute to the development of new GIS tools and applications, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all spatial data operations.

Duties Include

• Lead and manage GIS projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to client specifications, and alignment with project scopes and budgets.
• Perform advanced-level GIS analysis and create detailed mapping and visualization solutions for complex engineering and environmental projects.
• Design, develop, test, troubleshoot, and improve new and existing GIS data, processes, and applications to enhance company capabilities.
• Design and implement robust quality assurance processes to maintain data integrity, standardization, and accuracy across all GIS layers/themes.
• Provide expert GIS support services and consultation to management, staff (especially the Environmental Department), and external clients (20%).
• Manage, provide, maintain, and enhance access to spatial data as a key part of the company’s services (20%).
• Develop and manage GIS tools, applications, and interfaces of spatially referenced datasets to support departmental and client requirements (35%).
• Conduct efficient GIS data mining to provide solutions to ad hoc requests from internal teams and clients (15%).
• Coordinate effectively across multiple departments (engineering, environmental, surveying) and projects, supporting both environmental and engineering initiatives.
• Occasional fieldwork may be required to support data collection or verification efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proficient in GIS and other data analysis tools.
• Ability to create, analyze, report, convert, or transfer data using GIS software.
• Capability to provide GIS support for multiple environmental and engineering projects.
• Knowledgeable in environmental regulations and best practices.
• This role requires occasional fieldwork and collaboration across multiple departments and projects, supporting both environmental and engineering initiatives.
• Excellent oral, written, and organizational skills, and ability to maintain schedules and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work cross-functionally in a team environment.
• Familiar with the architecture and engineering industry.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Assist with administrative duties and needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science, Landscape Architecture or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in GIS design, mapping, and analysis (beyond formal education), or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
• Expertise in ESRI ArcGIS v10 Desktop.
• Experience with GPS units and a working knowledge of AutoDesk and AutoCAD version 12.

Work Environment:

The work environment features below are representative of those an employee meets while performing the essential functions of the role.

This position is in a professional office environment. The person in this role will routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to effectively perform the essential functions of the role.

The person in this position may require sitting or standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Compensation & Benefits

• Dependent upon experience.
• CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long-Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.

CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.

About CPH

CPH is a multi-disciplined design firm that’s growing quickly across the country. Our diverse team of almost 400 individuals are the heartbeat of our company and the reason for our success. The unique contributions that people bring to our firm sets us apart and allows us to bring exceptional service to the communities and clients we serve.

At CPH, we offer small company culture with a big company presence. Founded by three visionaries in 1981, CPH has grown over 40 years to serve a long list of public and private clients across a spectrum of markets. Our comprehensive offering of services and broad reach has provided CPH the opportunity to team with clients in Building Stronger Communities Together across the nation and throughout the Caribbean.

CPH is a part of the Trilon Group of companies. Its mission is to bring together North America's best infrastructure consulting firms in a collaborative environment with a People-First focus to accelerate their ability to deliver smart and sustainable solutions to clients. Through the partnership with Trilon, CPH professionals have the opportunity to network and share best practices with a host of other professionals across the country.

Our future is bright, and we need more talented professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit to grow with us! Could this be you?