GIS Analyst

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day.
As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
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HDR is looking for a GIS Analyst to join our team developing and implementing geospatial solutions for transportation clients and projects.
Duties include working in a professional environment with a team of engineers, environmental scientists, and transportation planners.
The ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, both technical and non-technical, is required.
Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of GIS and expertise with Esri software.
We are interested in someone who is passionate, self-motivated, and has a strong desire to research, learn, and grow as a GIS professional; someone who can appropriately apply technology to solve problems and provide services to our clients.
Successful candidates will be able to develop database schemas and analysis methods needed to support project goals and efficiently use web resources to research and problem solve.
Our projects include geospatial solutions for desktop, web, and mobile.
In the role of GIS Analyst, we'll count on you to:

Independently conduct advanced spatial analyses using ArcGIS software from Esri and work with project managers and clients to design and effectively employ GIS on transportation planning projects.
Develop vector and raster spatial analysis models using Spatial ModelBuilder, Python, or other GIS scripting languages.
Develop geodatabase schemas and analysis methods needed to support project goals.
Develop and support web GIS applications using Esri Web App Builder, Story Maps, Collector, and Survey 123 within the ArcGIS Online platform.
Create maps, databases, and other deliverables on short notice.
Communicate and collaborate with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, both technical and non-technical.
Perform quality control checks.
Perform other duties as needed.
Support GIS tasks for multidisciplinary projects.
Preferred Qualifications 6 years practical GIS experience; an advanced degree in a relevant field may offset 3 years of experience.
Extensive experience with Esri Desktop ArcGIS software (Desktop and Pro), scripting, and extensions (ModelBuilder, Python, Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst, Linear Referencing, etc.).
Extensive experience in map generation and data visualization.
Extensive experience with ArcGIS Online platform and associated products such as Experience Builder, Story Maps, Field Maps, and Survey 123.
Expertise with developing Geodatabases and schemas (domains, subtypes), Access/SQL, and other databases.
Ability to multi-task and stay organized.
Highly responsive to requests from clients.
Experience using Adobe Illustrator or related graphic software for enhancing the quality of GIS maps.
Familiarity with ArcGIS Enterprise and Portal for ArcGIS Server preferred.
Experience in scripting, database management, and software development is a plus.
Experience in Transportation Planning and/or ROW Acquisitions/Parcel Management is a plus.
Local candidate strongly preferred.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Geography, Planning, Engineering, Natural Sciences, or closely related field.
A minimum of 3 years of practical GIS experience; an advanced degree in a relevant field may offset the required years of experience.
Proficient in the use of ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS extensions e.g., 3D Analyst, Spatial Analyst.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft 365 Apps.
Working knowledge of interoperability tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture is a must.
What We Believe
HDR is our company.
Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day.
This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.
Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach
Industry Highway + Road
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
Business Class:
Geospatial (GIS)
Job Posting Sep 17, 2024
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.
Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.
We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges.
We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
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