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GIS Analyst

Primera Engineers

Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania

The GIS Analyst will work as part of the GIS team, primarily working with our utility and transportation clients. Other work has focused on data quality checks in GE Smallworld and extensive field data capture efforts utilizing high accuracy GPS equipment. Other work has included adapting maps in Intergraph G/Technology to reflect updated information provided through Locusview field data. In addition to supporting more niche GIS programs, we are often involved the ESRI software suite, both desktop and online. Daily tasks may include but are not limited to analyzing and extrapolating data and other forms of information, manipulating map features, and communicating with team members and stakeholders. Field visits to client sites are an important part of our work and there may be frequent opportunities to get experience in data capture at job sites.

A successful GIS Analyst will take initiative, be willing to ask questions and master new processes, exhibit strong problem-solving abilities, and embody a sense of responsibility for how the job relates to real world impact.

WHO WE ARE
We’re a people-first organization. We value knowledge and learning. We believe in the power of connection and collaboration and we seek to build relationships that mean something. We employ some of the best and brightest in the industry and we work hard to maintain a culture that our people can be proud of.


WORKING FOR PRIMERA
Our Business Consulting division is a talented team of experts working together to deliver consulting solutions that keep our clients’ businesses moving forward. As if we are an extension of their team, we provide full-service planning, design and implementation business services on everything from Project Management Office organizations to Gap Analysis and Process Improvements, including Reporting Systems and Risk Management for infrastructure systems and assets.

WHO YOU ARE

  • You have a Bachelor’s degree, preferred in Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Computer Sciences, Civil Engineering, or similar technical discipline.
  • You have production line work, CAD experience, or drafting/design knowledge in a GIS application.
  • You are proficient in Excel and able to use Excel productively, experience with pivot tables and pivot reporting, advanced formulas, advanced charting, VBA and data tables, simulations, and solver.
  • You have the ability to place field data into a dataset and use information to reconcile discrepancies.
  • You are able to work independently, yet within a team, giving and receiving feedback.
  • You have familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
  • You have experience with the following:
    • • Intergraph product (G/Technology, GeoMedia)
      • ESRI (ArcMap, ArcPro ArcGIS, ArcSDE, ArcGIS Online)
      • GE Smallworld
      • Survey Quality GPS
      • Knowledge of gas utilities
      • Knowledge of transportation related GIS and GPS
      • Experience working with GIS technology during internships or academic projects
      • Understanding of how data management and behavior impacts business requirements, decision making, and back-office workflows
      • Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to explain complex, technical matters with ease, grace, and simplicity so that non-specialist readers understand.


WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • You'll assist with development and maintenance of GIS data, and mapping and data analysis. You'll perform production line work and other GIS drafting functions.
  • You'll participate in field investigations when necessary. 
  • You'll follow oral and written instructions
  • You'll collaborate with designers, engineers, contracted field crew members, and division business members.
  • You'll willing develop enhanced or adapt skills to meet objectives.
  • You'll perform production line work and other GIS drafting functions
  • You're self-driven and motivated; you willingly develop enhanced or adapt skills to meet objectives.


SOME OF WHAT YOU'LL ENJOY

  • An excellent benefits package including 401K match and employee stock ownership, gym and transit subsidies, paid volunteer time off, parental leave, continuing education reimbursement and much more
  • Flexible work scheduling in a fast-growing company
  • Colleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas
  • The fruits of our employee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities all year long

For more information about Primera please visit our website: PrimeraEng.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Primera is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Primera’s practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation, shall not be based on any person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, disability, physical handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group as defined by law.

Category GIS Analyst