HDR

GIS Analyst - (185388)

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is looking for a GIS Analyst to join our team developing and implementing geospatial solutions. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of GIS and expertise with Esri software. The ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, both technical and non-technical, is required. A background in civil engineering and transportation planning is preferred as duties include working in a professional environment with a team of engineers, environmental scientists, and transportation planners. 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.

Primary Responsibilities

• 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.
• Create maps, databases, and other deliverables on short notice.
• Develop and support web GIS applications using Esri Web App Builder, Experience Builder, Story Maps, Field Maps, Survey 123 within ArcGIS Online platform.
• 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.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• GISP Certification a plus
• Esri Certification a plus
• Experience using Adobe Illustrator or related graphic software for enhancing 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.
• Local candidate 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 relevant field may offset the required years of experience
• Proficient in 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 of 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-Florida-Tallahassee

Industry

: Highway + Road

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass: Geospatial (GIS)

Job Posting

: May 21, 2025