Principal GIS Consultant

Stantec UK Limited
Belfast
1 week ago
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Redefine your personal best. The GIS and Digital Data Analyst role is part of our thriving Digital Division. With our new Head of Digital driving transformation across the business, this is an exciting opportunity to join and be part of the change. Collaborating with clients in the water sector, you will help shape a smarter, more connected, and customer-centric value proposition. Youll be working alongside the best in the business who are technology solution experts that drive digital change across Stantec and our clients. We're customer and user focused, pushing new ways of working across digital, whilst incorporating technology and data into all our services and solutions. We are seeking a GIS and Digital Data Analyst who is excited about solving customer problems. You will benefit communities by utilising digital technology to help our clients to meet the challenges faces within the water industry in Ireland and the UK today. In addition, you will deliver innovative, digital solutions for both our internal business and our clients operating in the fields of water/wastewater, energy and resources, transportation, and environmental management. About you Qualifications and Experience : Masters degree in GIS, Engineering, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a data analytics or GIS role. Proficiency in ESRI GIS Software , Power BI, FME. Familiarity and demonstrated use of languages such as Python or R. Familiarity with Power Apps, SQL and and database principles. Additional Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to provide technical coaching and mentoring. Demonstrate an innovative and inquisitive nature. Experience in managing or contributing to multiple projects simultaneously. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies. About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with todays challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesnt exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK&and we will talk to you about how we can support you. ReqID: 6977

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