GIS Utility Consultant in United States Embassy at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a GIS Utility Consultant based in United States.

This remote role offers the opportunity to support innovative geospatial initiatives and help utility organizations modernize their infrastructure through advanced GIS solutions.
The GIS Utility Consultant will work closely with customers, technical teams, and project stakeholders to design scalable solutions that improve operational efficiency.
This position combines consulting expertise, technical knowledge, and customer engagement to deliver impactful utility network strategies.
The role focuses on leveraging GIS technologies to support water, wastewater, stormwater, electric, gas, and telecommunications projects.
The successful candidate will contribute to solution design, implementation planning, documentation, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
This is an ideal opportunity for a GIS professional who enjoys solving complex challenges and creating sustainable technology solutions.

The GIS Utility Consultant will provide technical consulting expertise to support the design, implementation, and optimization of GIS-based utility solutions. The role requires collaboration with customers and internal teams to translate business needs into effective technology strategies.

• Conduct needs assessments and gather business requirements from utility stakeholders to understand operational challenges and objectives.
• Develop GIS strategies, recommendations, and implementation roadmaps to improve utility operations and technology adoption.
• Support the planning, configuration, and deployment of solutions within an Esri environment, including Utility Network Management capabilities.
• Collaborate with customers, sales teams, project managers, technical specialists, and partners throughout project lifecycles.
• Create and maintain operational procedures, best practices, system documentation, and standard operating processes.
• Assist with the preparation of training materials and deliver hands-on user training and support when required.
• Support proposal development, RFP responses, client presentations, and consulting service opportunities.
• Apply Agile and Scrum methodologies to organize project activities, monitor progress, and communicate updates.
• Troubleshoot technical issues, evaluate solutions, and provide recommendations for improving system performance.
• Contribute to the development of scalable and sustainable GIS solutions aligned with customer goals.

The ideal candidate brings strong GIS expertise, utility industry knowledge, and consulting experience with the ability to translate customer requirements into effective technical solutions. Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills are essential for success in this role.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, GIS, Geography, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Hands-on experience with Utility Network implementations, configurations, and customizations.
• Strong knowledge of Esri ArcGIS products and Utility Network Management solutions.
• Experience designing and deploying GIS solutions based on customer business requirements.
• Ability to understand and work with multi-tiered system architectures, including server environments, network communications, and security concepts.
• Experience with project management methodologies and Agile/Scrum practices.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for customers and stakeholders.
• Experience preparing documentation, training materials, and user guidance.
• Familiarity with promoting builds across development, testing, and production environments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and customer service skills.
• Authorization to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

• Competitive benefits package for full-time employees.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Paid holidays and paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
• Fitness membership reimbursement program.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employer-paid basic term life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance options.
• Career growth planning and professional development opportunities.
• Employer-paid job-related certification programs.