Environmental GIS and Data Specialist

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Environmental GIS and Data Specialist to join our team! In this role you will get to apply your leadership to build and manage databases, seek automated solutions, and analyze and visualize data for client deliverables.

What You'll Be Doing:

We seek an Environmental GIS and Data Specialist who will work with our Environmental team at the Oakville office to support our senior advisors, project managers, coordinators, and field technicians. Please note that this position is office-based out of our Oakville location.

The Environmental GIS and Data Specialist will build and manage databases, seek automated solutions, and analyze and visualize data. This position requires strong collaborative skills but also the ability to initiate, prioritize, investigate and deliver tasks independently. Your leadership will support projects on Contaminated Land Assessments and Management Programs (Phase I and II ESAs), Remediations, Excess Soil management, and other environmental management plans and monitoring.

• Investigate and lead innovative ArcGIS and other digital initiatives and software implementation to improve data collection, visualization, and project delivery.
• Utilize and manage environmental, chemical, hydrogeological, geographical and opensource data.
• Build and manage geodatabases; query and produce reports from data in the databases.
• Build and maintain digital forms that collect field data that feed the database.
• Automate repetitive workflows by maximizing ArcGIS Pro tools and SQL and Python.
• Design workflows between ArcGIS Pro and compatible software and equipment.
• Create routine and custom figures within a template for environmental site assessment reports to clients.
• General understanding of data related to environmental site monitoring, investigation, and remediation projects at petroleum and chemical handling and storage properties, and linear infrastructure.
• Work in project teams including senior advisors, project managers, coordinators and draftspersons using interpersonal and organizational skills to ensure project tasks are completed on time and budget.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Advanced knowledge of ArcGIS Pro
• University degree or College diploma in geography, environmental science, earth sciences, or other related programs
• 2+ years of experience related to the job responsibilities above
• Application of SQL and Python
• Knowledge of Graphic User Interface platforms i.e. ArcGIS Field Maps, StoryMaps, Survey123, Forms on Fire
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communications skills to operate self-sufficiently.
• Relevant trade experience may also be considered as equivalent for the right candidate with experience in similar operations.
• Experience in related industry an asset, must have career interest in the environmental field.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Working knowledge of AutoCad
• Working knowledge of Trimble units and data collection
• Knowledge of general engineering and geosciences software is an asset
• Experience working with environmental or scientific databases (e.g., EQuIS, SQL, or similar platforms) is an asset
• Knowledge of Sharepoint and PowerAutomate is an asset
• Knowledge and experience utilizing AI to create credible work
• Demonstrated presentation skills to present information to varied audiences and clear writing skills to prepare reports/materials of varying complexity
• Access to personal vehicle preferred
• History of taking initiative: learning and keeping up to date on professional development, including software applications, volunteering for workplace initiatives (ie. Special assignments, office housekeeping, socials, etc.)

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $19.95 - $39.18

 

This job posting is for a current addition or replacement opportunity within Parsons.

 

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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