GIS Specialist

5d5 days ago

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies

Edmonton, CA · Full-time · C$80,000 – C$105,000

About this role

Forbes Bros Ltd. is currently looking for an experienced GIS Specialist to join our Technical Services Team. This position will require occasional travel and work at various sites across Canada and/or the USA. We are considering hybrid and fully remote options in Canada.

The GIS Specialist, reporting to the Engineering Manager, will work daily with engineering, environmental, and project/operations management teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for GIS data management, mapping and analysis, and implementation and maintenance of GIS tools. These support engineering, environmental management, and project managers during planning, design, and construction of transmission line projects.

Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, growth and respect in the workplace. Live our value of WE WORK SAFE and never compromise on safety in all aspects of our everyday work. Work closely with teams to integrate GIS data into design and construction processes.

Welcome to this exciting career opportunity with comprehensive health benefits, pension enrollment, vacation and stat holiday pay. Enjoy a family-oriented working environment and opportunities for career growth and development. Assist in preparing permits, regulatory submissions, and environmental assessments.

Requirements

3 years' experience with geodatabase topologies and parcel fabrics along with Online Web-based products and FME
Proficiency in mapping and analytics software platforms, as well as geospatial data integration tools
Proficiency in using ESRI products including ArcGIS Online and Field Maps and related tools
Experience in GIS within the utility sector, specifically in transmission line design and planning
Experience with Power Automate, Survey123, and Python coding

Responsibilities

Live Forbes Bros. values of WE WORK SAFE and never compromise on safety in all aspects of everyday work
Collect, organize, and maintain GIS data related to transmission lines, including land use, topography, environmental factors, and infrastructure
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility
Create detailed maps and spatial analyses to support transmission line routing, design, planning, and construction
Work closely with engineering and environment teams to integrate GIS data into design and construction processes
Communicate findings and analyses through reports, presentations, and visualizations to stakeholders and project teams
Assist with development and implementation of GIS-based project tracking, KPIs, and project analytic tools including ArcGIS dashboards
Configure maps and forms for Field Maps to facilitate and support field teams recording GIS data during site visits and inspections