With general direction, reviews data sources, supports GIS data development activities and recommends approaches for geodatabase design, data development, quality control, and data delivery of basic to high complexity.- Oversees data development efforts of moderate complexity.- Conducts GIS analysis to support clients and projects.- This may include the generation of geospatial statistics, 3D and spatial analysis, and temporal analysis within a standard GIS software environment.- With general direction, performs basic to highly complex GIS consulting activities such as strategic plans, upgrade evaluations, and system architecture designs. Leads group and individual discussions with clients to gather data.- Develops designs that can be reused for other projects.- Supports end user testing.- This includes the design of enterprise geodatabase environments.- Supports the development of GIS-based system architecture plans including development of recommendations for GIS, hardware, software, geodatabase design, and enterprise geodatabase implementation.- Provides proposal development support including graphics development and scope development.- Provides technical guidance and training to junior staff.- Mentors junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm.- Supervises the work of junior staff on project work.- Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff with group approval.- Performs other duties as required.- Contributes to firm's TKM by assisting in the development of white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.- Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals with approval and review.**Minimum Qualifications**- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Geography, Science, Engineering, Planning, Mathematics or Government or related discipline.- Certified GIS Professional (GISP) status, a Master's degree in one of the fields listed above or has certification in another field (e.g., Professional Engineer's license).- Domestic and/or international travel may be required.- The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.**Amount of Travel Required**- 10%**Skills and Abilities****EEO Statement**- We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.**Background Check and Drug Testing Information****Agency Disclaimer**- All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.**Additional Compensation****Business Unit**- TSU**Group**- PSO**Assignment Category**- Fulltime-Regular**Employment Type**- Regular**Visa Sponsorship Available**- No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
