GIS Manager

STRABAG Property and Facility Services GmbH; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for an experienced GIS professional in Manchester to manage GIS implementation in tunnelling construction projects. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and extensive knowledge of the ESRI ArcGIS Suite, along with strong web-mapping skills. Responsibilities include ensuring execution plans for GIS are implemented effectively and promoting geospatial workflows. This position is essential to create sustainable projects aligned with the company's climate neutrality goals.

Qualifications

• Experience working with, editing and loading to databases.
• Awareness of projections and transformations.

Responsibilities

• Managing the implementation of GIS on the projects.
• Ensure GIS Execution Plan is implemented by the projects and subcontractors.
• Lead the development, deployment and maintenance of Web‑GIS platforms and Mobile‑GIS Apps.
• Manage data correctly and efficiently to show up-to-date versions.

Skills

Experience of the ESRI ArcGIS Suite and Geographic Data Management

Competency in web-mapping and Internet-based GIS solutions

Fluent in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Information Systems or related fields

Tools

ArcGIS for Portal / ArcGIS Online

Web-GIS platforms

Job description

If you are an experienced GIS professional looking for a new challenge in tunnelling construction and would like to help shape the future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description.

What matters to us

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Information Systems or related fields.
• Experience of the ESRI ArcGIS Suite and Geographic Data Management.
• Experience with WebGIS such as ArcGIS for Portal / ArcGIS Online.
• Competency in web-mapping and Internet-based GIS solutions.
• Ability to deliver high quality technical specifications and documentation.
• Fluent in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in working with, editing and loading to databases.
• Experience of working within a large infrastructure project environment.
• Awareness of projections and transformations.

Your contribution to our company

• Managing the implementation of GIS on the projects, including management of the project’s ArcGIS Enterprise System.
• Ensure that the GIS Execution Plan is implemented by the projects and its subcontractors/supply chain where required.
• Lead with the development, deployment and maintenance of the Web‑GIS platforms and Mobile‑GIS Apps.
• Supporting the development and implementation of 3D GIS.
• Manage data correctly and efficiently – ensure that the most up‑to‑date versions of data are shown on maps / issued at any given time.
• Work closely with the different GIS end users, engineers and project teams to identify problems and provide input, advice and implementation.
• Work with and support GIS technicians and BIM coordinators to maximise value from their outputs and investigate innovative ways to apply geospatial solutions.
• Capture and maintain a register of GIS data usage around the project and seek opportunities to deploy GIS.
• Promote GIS Services to the project.
• Identify and implement the most appropriate and efficient geospatial workflows and processes.
• Metadata Creation and Management.

Pre‑employment screening is required for this position. More information on our career website.

What you stand to gain

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

Contact

3rd Floor, The Tower, 65 Buckingham Gate, London

This happens after the successful application

1. Screening of applications – careful review and evaluation of submitted documents.

2. Decision, whether to invite an applicant to an interview.

3. Getting to know the candidate in a virtual or personal setting – the number of interviews may vary depending on the position.

4. Welcome to STRABAG SE – clarifying the offer and the final details regarding the candidate’s entry.