GIS Specialist

GIS Specialist

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced GIS Specialist to join our Renewables team. Westwood is a leading renewables, power, public infrastructure, and land development consulting firm dedicated to creating a better world for people though our work. Our core values – Relationships, Innovation, Dedication, Initiative, and Growth – are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in creating strong partnerships, fostering innovative solutions, committing passionately to our work, taking proactive steps towards progress, and nurturing personal and professional development.

Job Description:

The GIS Specialist position will play a crucial role in our team, supporting our renewable energy projects with their technical expertise and innovative approaches to GIS. We are looking for a dynamic GIS Specialist to enhance our team with their expertise in spatial analysis, cartography, and data management. If you're passionate about GIS and ready to contribute to groundbreaking projects, we want to hear from you!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Spatial Analysis & Cartography: Create, manage, and analyze, and display spatial data using GIS software.
• Data Interpretation & Management: Independently interpret data while maintaining comprehensive documentation. Manage and update existing GIS datasets, ensuring their relevance and accuracy.
• Process Innovation: Proactively challenge and improve existing processes, developing more efficient methodologies.
• GIS Analysis & Product Development: Perform complex GIS analyses using the ArcGIS Platform, creating mapping products that meet project requirements.
• Technical Solutions & Delivery: Deliver detailed, technically proficient solutions, ensuring clear and accurate spatial data representation in both hardcopy and electronic formats.
• Project Workflow Integration: Gain a complete understanding of product deliverables, managing and anticipating the information needs of project teams.
• GIS Application Development: Develop and maintain geospatial data across desktop and mobile applications, adhering to strict quality standards.
• Scripting & Automation: Create scripts to streamline routine GIS tasks, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
• Technology Advancement: Stay abreast of the latest GIS technologies, developing innovative solutions and workflows.
• Client & Team Support: Work directly with clients and team members, supporting their GIS needs, troubleshooting issues, and clearly explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentorship: Mentor and train junior GIS specialists, fostering skill development and professional growth within the team.