Description

The Senior Geospatial Solutions Consultant will utilize extensive knowledge in the geospatial technology industry to support clients in assessing GIS Projects. This position will lead a variety of GIS analysis, GIS application development, GIS system implementation, data migration, and GIS data development efforts providing guidance to GIS specialists and GIS technicians. The Senior Geospatial Solutions Consultant will assist with business development efforts by supporting project pursuits and helping to develop new business opportunities.

• Lead execution of geospatial and GIS consulting engagements while supporting and collaborating with both internal and external project teams.

• Lead development and design of technical solutions creating corresponding cost estimates.

• Provide technical leadership for GIS system implementations and GIS system integrations.

• Lead the development of technical specifications, and project approaches, and develop project cost estimates and project schedules.

• Perform quality assurance and quality control of deliverables to adhere to client and project requirements.

• Lead development of GIS system needs, requirements, and implementation of improved business processes.

• Maintain effective relationships with existing and potential clients, customers, and contractors to develop business.

• Demonstrate industry knowledge and its relevance to the application of GIS.

• Leverage domain knowledge when working with cross-divisional teams.

• Provide leadership and direction for implementation teams during delivery stages specific to GIS technology.

• Manage innovation initiatives through research, vetting, and qualifying technology in support of new GIS technology.

• Manage the execution of projects from initiation to completion through requirements gathering, application and business process inputs, and deliverable preparation.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff.

• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.

• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Business, Computer Science, Engineering or related field from an accredited program and 7 years of relevant experience. Additional applicable years of experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

• Excellent GIS skills, including data analysis abilities.

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.

• Ability to independently solve difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Demonstrated critical thinking skills.

• Ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines and to be effective in on-site work environments.

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, including identification of critical path items to ensure deliverable deadlines are met.

• Ability to focus on the big picture to effectively and efficiently provide services that meet client needs, while also having the ability to identify and analyze details that are critical to project outcomes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT).

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled

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Job Consulting

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time

About 1898 & Co. 1898 & Co. is a business, technology and security solutions consultancy where experience and foresight come together to unlock lasting advancements. We innovate today to fuel our clients’ future growth, catalyzing insights that drive smarter decisions, improve performance and maximize value. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we draw on more than 120 years of deep and broad experience in complex industries as we envision and enable the future for our clients.

Req ID: 243323

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #E98 N/A