The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a highly skilled GIS professional to develop and lead the UDOT Central Construction Division's long range technology efforts. As the Construction GIS Manager, you will help "Keep Utah Moving" by innovating transportation solutions that strengthen Utah's economy and enhance the quality of life for Utah's citizens. You will translate Central Construction’s vision into reality by creating new applications, connecting disparate data sources, and streamlining processes for the division and users throughout the state.

Specifically, you will be responsible for the successful adoption and maintenance of construction technology software and hardware for the Department, employing a highly collaborative approach with users through training and ongoing support. You will contribute to the creation of a platform for UDOT construction crews to digitally deliver projects, including such tasks as: digitizing construction plans and specifications, documenting inspection elements, implementing APIs for data integration, maintaining electronic ticketing data, and training and supporting field crews in these emerging technologies. You will also collaborate frequently with UDOT’s Central GIS and Digital Delivery teams.

Principal Duties
As the Construction GIS Manager, you will:

• Develop and implement GIS tools to receive and communicate digital information on UDOT projects between different functional groups within the Department.
• Create a sustainable and repeatable data collection process for all items on UDOT administered construction projects that integrates with the Department’s asset management program.
• Provide input on the development of data management processes that impact construction.
• Monitor developments associated with digital delivery of projects nationally.
• Analyze gaps in construction technology within the Department and research or develop and test innovative solutions to address these inefficiencies.
• Coordinate with other UDOT groups, including but not limited to Digital Delivery, Maintenance, and Planning,
• Build strong relationships with construction crews by providing direct support with regard to new technologies, ensure the applications are working properly, and obtain feedback to make improvements to field tools.
• Integrate data collected by field crews with existing UDOT databases in support of long-term asset management.
• Understand and apply geographic transformation principles to ensure quality data collection and management.
• Manage UDOT’s eTicketing system for all regions.
• Maintain, verify, analyze, and disseminate data from a variety of applications including ArcGIS Pro, Esri field apps (Survey123, Field Maps), Aurigo MasterWorks, HaulHub E-DOT, and related software systems.
• Be or become a proficient user of Safe Software’s FME Desktop and FME Server.
• Use Python to convert CAD design data to GIS formats.
• Utilize drone-captured data for construction applications.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
In order to qualify for this position, the candidate must have:

• At least four years of professional related experience
• A bachelor’s degree, or higher, in GIS, data science, or another related field (professional experience may be substituted for education)
• A valid driver's license, which is required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA 53-3- 202(1)(a).

This position may be filled as a GIS Analyst III for those who do not have the experience or education listed above. In order to qualify for the level position III, the candidate must have:

• At least two years of professional related experience
• A bachelor’s degree, or higher, in GIS, data science, or another related field (professional experience may be substituted for education)
• A valid driver's license, which is required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA 53-3- 202(1)(a).

This position is part of a career path for GIS professionals. More information can be found in the GIS Career Ladder Policy.

Preferences
Preference may be given to those who have at least one of the following:

• Transportation or e-construction experience
• At least four years of database management experience (master’s degree and/or PhD may be substituted for up to two years of experience)
• GIS Certification
• Python scripting experience
• FME Certified Professional or any FME experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Here are some of the knowledge, skills and abilities that are typically associated with the job, though not all-inclusive:

• Use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
• Facilitate or lead work groups or teams to complete assigned task(s)
• Coordinate the activities or tasks of people, groups and/or organization(s)
• Use automated business software and database applications
• Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
• Communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• Establish objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives
• Conduct a methodical examination using statistics
• Vision to identify and develop GIS tools to support UDOT's asset inventory needs across divisions
• Effectively solve problems and develop sustainable program solutions
• Build training content and other educational training materials (e.g., brochures, website content, professional slide decks, and video-based content)
• Analyze, summarize and/or review data and report findings, interpret results and/or findings, discuss and/or make recommendations with appropriate parties

Supplemental Information
Here is some information you should be aware of:

• Working Conditions - Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Physical Requirements - Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director/Group Leader.

Why Should You Join Our Team?

The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is, “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want -- and we make sure they can do it safely. 

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you'll be a great fit. 

Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click HERE to view a summary of the benefits we offer.

The Agency

UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.

For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation, please click here.