The GIS Specialistin Renewable Energy Development plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainableenergy initiatives by leveraging geospatial expertise. This role is dedicatedto optimizing project planning, execution, and compliance through the meticulousanalysis of linear features, land rights, and subsurface elements. The purposeis to harness Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and data tosupport all aspects of developing renewable energy projects. Effectivemanagement of spatial information allows for progress and investment to be madein renewable energy projects that will contribute to the energy transition.

The GIS Specialistwill support developments of renewable energy projects and transmission lines,renewable energy operations, and associated real estate, geothermal anddrilling departments. This will include support of and engagement with projectmanagers, engineers, geologists, real estate professionals, and executives.Technical site visits and data collection may be required. Work products willinclude spatial analysis, dynamic GIS datasets, and executive-quality figures,analysis, maps and presentations. Manages timely completion of work productsand due diligence analysis. Works with coworkers, consultants, title companiesand surveys to identify, evaluate and mitigate site control and entitlementrisks. Supports permitting process, regulatory approvals, landowner easements,interconnection process and design engineering consultations. Communicates andaligns plans, schedule, activities and designs with other project developmentleads and operations staff.

Requirements

Requirements

• Technical certification or equivalent in drafting, GIS, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. - two to five years of related experience working in a fast paced, high volume production environment using ArcGIS. Prefer candidates with a bachelor's or advanced degree in Geography, GIS, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in GIS, with a focus on renewable energy development projects. - Strong knowledge of linear features mapping, land rights management, and subsurface features analysis.
• Proficient in GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD and similar tools.
• Ability to convert between CAD and GIS file formats and coordinate systems while retaining accuracy and integrity of the map features.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory aspects related to land rights and environmental compliance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including digital file organization and sharing skills. It is critical that other team members can access and use GIS files without guidance.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt GIS solutions to specific project requirements.
• Project management skills and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.