Description

Your role at GEI. We are looking for a full-time Technical Specialist to join our team at our Vaughan, ON office to provide ongoing GIS support for municipal infrastructure planning projects. The successful candidate will utilize GIS to analyze and visualize environmental impacts, review regulatory compliance, and other visual representations of data for stakeholders and public engagement. Additionally, the candidate will collaborate with a team to provide day-to-day GIS technical support including but not limited to geospatial data management, mapping for reports, and conducting spatial analysis to develop infrastructure solutions. Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Under supervision of the senior staff, candidates will work on a variety of municipal water, wastewater and stormwater projects throughout Canada.
• Participate in the development and design of cartographic mapping and reporting, ensuring company standards are met.
• Perform data management duties and assist in the preparation of Requests for Information (RFI).
• Capable of handling large volumes of data in varying and diverse formats, both spatial and non-spatial.
• Assisting Infrastructure Planning staff with graphics and mapping output and providing technical support with respect to GIS.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography or related field with credible GIS capabilities.
• 2-5 years' experience working in a GIS and/or cartography related role with a demonstrated ability to provide high-quality cartographic mapping products and communications.
• Practical knowledge of GIS, graphic and related software including by not limited to: QGIS, ESRI ArcGIS, FME, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), MS SQL, MS Access, MS Excel.
• Working knowledge of and experience with cartographic layouts, GIS best practices, spatial analysis techniques.
• Interest in public communication and consultation.
• Physical and environmental requirements for this position are available upon request.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional standing in OACETT, GIS Certification Institute or Canadian Institute of Geomatics (C.E.T., C.Tech., GISP, CGS) not required but an asset.
• Programming or scripting experience with SQL and Python.
• Experience with AutoCAD applications and DWG file format.

We are GEI. Some of the world's most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges. With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here. In 2023, GEI merged with GM BluePlan, an Ontario-based engineering, management, and technology consulting company. The merger adds GM BluePlan's nationally recognized expertise in asset management and infrastructure planning to the GEI family, furthering our growth and expansion in Canada. Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here. GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health Care and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• RRSP Program
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More…

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.