GIS Analyst/Project Manager
About the opportunity SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a GIS Analyst/Project Manager for our Portland, Oregon office. We are expanding our wetland geospatial mapping team and seeking experienced mapping specialists to manage National Wetland Inventory projects across the United States. This is a dynamic position working directly with USFWS staff to deliver updates for these projects. SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing, 1,200
staff, employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental services. Our Vision (the North Star) is to make SWCA the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership. We live our core values:
we collaborate as #OneSWCA; we are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack. What you will accomplish Act as the main point of contact for projects and coordinate directly with project managers and clients to meet project deadlines. Use remote sensing, GIS and photo interpretation techniques to identify and classify wetlands and other habitats within the US. Work independently on repetitive tasks for extend periods, followed by periods of intensive group interactions during data integration and review using novel and unique GIS approaches. Use numerous GIS and imagery datasets to inform photo interpretation and mapping processes, with a focus on identifying errors of omission, commission and classification. Plan, organize, and execute field verification of wetland and other habitat mapping efforts. Uses GPS, GIS, databases, and remote sensing software for mapping and analysis activities. Ability to create intricate workflows and models to more efficiently map natural resources. Work with Program Managers, Director, and other Group Leads to document standard wetland mapping protocols and procedures governing data development, analysis, mapping, reporting, and QA/QC based on internal best practices as well as client expectations Support internal and external marketing efforts by developing technical scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules. Participate in presentations, client interviews, and other business development activities. Maintain strong client relationships and an understanding of government funding that may affect contract opportunities Experience and qualifications for success Required Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Geography, Cartography, Archaeology, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field with an emphasis in GIS (or GIS certificate). Master's degree a plus. Equivalent experience and coursework also acceptable. Minimum of five (5) years of experience beyond university attendance with GPS technology, field data collection techniques, data management, and troubleshooting of equipment and digital files Experience in managing projects, including financials, client interactions, and managing staff. Experience with ESRI's ArcGIS software suite. Knowledge of GPS, GIS, cartography, spatial analysis methods and other current technologies. Ability to think critically and effectively communicate. Ability to work efficiently and collaborate with existing mapping team. Knowledge of ecology, wetlands, and hydrology pertaining to wetland mapping and/or natural resources. Preferred Prior work in environmental consulting, with experience in the application of GIS and prior experience working with federal land agencies such as the USFWS, or other, is very desirable. Prior experience with National Wetland Inventory (NWI) mapping and NWI data creation standards. Knowledge of the USFWS's wetlands classification system (Cowardin et al. 1979) and familiarity with other classification systems (NVCS, NLCD, etc.) and their field application. Knowledge of the principles of fish and wildlife biology, botany, hydrology, and soils for preparation of user notes/base map reports, for completion of field surveys, and for technical assistance. Plant identification experience, especially wetland species SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms. EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Business Project Management, Environmental EngineeringEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
staff, employee-owned firm, providing a full-spectrum of environmental services. Our Vision (the North Star) is to make SWCA the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership. We live our core values:
we collaborate as #OneSWCA; we are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle, and we #GiveBack. What you will accomplish Act as the main point of contact for projects and coordinate directly with project managers and clients to meet project deadlines. Use remote sensing, GIS and photo interpretation techniques to identify and classify wetlands and other habitats within the US. Work independently on repetitive tasks for extend periods, followed by periods of intensive group interactions during data integration and review using novel and unique GIS approaches. Use numerous GIS and imagery datasets to inform photo interpretation and mapping processes, with a focus on identifying errors of omission, commission and classification. Plan, organize, and execute field verification of wetland and other habitat mapping efforts. Uses GPS, GIS, databases, and remote sensing software for mapping and analysis activities. Ability to create intricate workflows and models to more efficiently map natural resources. Work with Program Managers, Director, and other Group Leads to document standard wetland mapping protocols and procedures governing data development, analysis, mapping, reporting, and QA/QC based on internal best practices as well as client expectations Support internal and external marketing efforts by developing technical scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules. Participate in presentations, client interviews, and other business development activities. Maintain strong client relationships and an understanding of government funding that may affect contract opportunities Experience and qualifications for success Required Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Geography, Cartography, Archaeology, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field with an emphasis in GIS (or GIS certificate). Master's degree a plus. Equivalent experience and coursework also acceptable. Minimum of five (5) years of experience beyond university attendance with GPS technology, field data collection techniques, data management, and troubleshooting of equipment and digital files Experience in managing projects, including financials, client interactions, and managing staff. Experience with ESRI's ArcGIS software suite. Knowledge of GPS, GIS, cartography, spatial analysis methods and other current technologies. Ability to think critically and effectively communicate. Ability to work efficiently and collaborate with existing mapping team. Knowledge of ecology, wetlands, and hydrology pertaining to wetland mapping and/or natural resources. Preferred Prior work in environmental consulting, with experience in the application of GIS and prior experience working with federal land agencies such as the USFWS, or other, is very desirable. Prior experience with National Wetland Inventory (NWI) mapping and NWI data creation standards. Knowledge of the USFWS's wetlands classification system (Cowardin et al. 1979) and familiarity with other classification systems (NVCS, NLCD, etc.) and their field application. Knowledge of the principles of fish and wildlife biology, botany, hydrology, and soils for preparation of user notes/base map reports, for completion of field surveys, and for technical assistance. Plant identification experience, especially wetland species SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms. EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Business Project Management, Environmental EngineeringEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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