GIS Consultant

About Us

Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Will consider candidates near other TRC offices ()

TRC is looking for a GIS Consultant to join its delivery team and support the development and execution of industry leading solutions for some of North America s largest utilities customers. In this role you will work directly with our customers, our technical teams, and industry partners to position for, respond to, and deliver solutions. This role may require travel up to 50%.

• Engages stakeholders and clients to deliver strategic guidance on GIS technology.
• Serves as a mentor to junior staff on projects and/or within technical or industry areas.
• Plans, documents, manages, and coordinates delivery of tasks for complex projects.
• Provides expertise in GIS software and technology to stakeholders and clients.
• Collaborates with internal project leads and/or project managers on project requirements and interdependencies.
• Ensures data quality and accuracy for task deliverables.
• Reinforces recognition of TRC company values for team members on assigned project.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor s degree from an accredited school or university is required.
• 6+ years of progressive, related experience in the GIS industry.
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of GIS and related subject areas.
• Demonstrated knowledge of gas, electric, or water utility operations and familiarity with Esri ArcGIS Utility Network and/or Geometric Network models.
• Demonstrated experience with automation tools such as SAFE FME for automating GIS tasks and workflows and familiarity with Esri Model Builder for creating geoprocessing models.
• Skilled in managing, editing, and analyzing spatial data, including data quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret and visualize spatial data, and experience with creating maps, reports, and dashboards to support decision-making.
• Possesses expertise in technical GIS applications, data management best practices, concepts, principles, and theories.
• Experience leading data management delivery for assigned work streams/projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
• Ability to interpret business and technical requirements and formulate questions to project leadership and clients as needed.
• Communicates technical information in a logical, organized, coherent, and persuasive manner, both written and verbally.
• Delegates and manages tasks on assigned work streams, providing effective guidance for others.
• Collaborates seamlessly with other teams/work streams, as well as client representatives, to align tasks with overarching project priorities and goals.
• Provides comprehensive mentoring, training, and guidance for GIS technical processes to junior staff. Demonstrated experience with Esri s ArcGIS suite, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and other Esri applications.
• Experience leading data management delivery for assigned work streams/projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
• Ability to interpret business and technical requirements and formulate questions to project leadership as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to GIS data and software with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders, and the ability to present complex GIS concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrates initiative in seeking out work, new responsibilities, and work challenges.
• Displays responsible positive behaviors for consistency, predictability, and reliability at work to complete assignments and meet deadlines.
• Excellent demonstration of written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact and represent TRC effectively with client teams including project sponsors and other stakeholders.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

• Master s degree in related field of study.
• Certificate in GIS or other…