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Principal GIS Consultant

Gft

The Role

Overview

Lead design, implementation, and management of enterprise GIS solutions for clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • gis design
  • arcgis admin
  • enterprise geodatabase
  • dashboard development
  • python automation
  • field apps

Tasks

-Help or lead define and design of GIS applications and toolsets -Administration and configuration of ArcGIS Server, Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Hub, Datastore -Create and manage Enterprise Geodatabases -Participate in client meetings and perform demos of developed tools -Implementing custom widgets and themes in ArcGIS Web App Builder or Experience Builder Developer editions -Dashboard development for data analysis and situational awareness -Creation scheduled tasks for ingesting and normalizing data with Python -Troubleshoot issues and optimize data via ArcGIS Server Manager and Monitor -Architect efficient solutions and Enterprise GIS environments to meet client requirements -Develop process and data automation via scripting -Configure and deploy field collection apps (Survey123, FieldMaps) -Implement GIS applications and toolsets, including ArcGIS Online and Enterprise -Configuration and customization of Survey123, Field Maps, ArcGIS Dashboards, ArcGIS Web App Builder, ArcGIS Experience Builder

Requirements

  • arcgis enterprise
  • python
  • sql server
  • bachelor's
  • 10+ years
  • arcgis pro

What You Bring

-Successful deployment of configured Apps with ArcGIS Web App Builder and Experience Builder Developer editions -General knowledge of deploying and troubleshooting standalone applications to IIS -Configuration of Esri Experience Builder -Understanding of and manipulation of AGOL/Enterprise app JSON and XML -Excellent analytical, interpersonal communication and negotiation skills. -Production experience with Oracle and/or SQL Server geodatabase management / SQL querying multi-environment setups (Dev, Test, Prod) -Production experience with Python and ArcGIS API for Python and ArcPy -Bachelor’s degree in computer science, GIS, Geography, Management Information Systems or related field. -ArcGIS Enterprise installation and setup -Understanding of other geodatabase platforms including PostgreSQL + PostGIS -Minimum of 10+ years of GIS ESRI suite of software, including: -Esri Pipeline Referencing Expertise -ArcGIS Enterprise Management -Linear Referencing System Linear Referencing System -Use of and management of GIS with ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online -10+ years of experience in GIS -10+ years of experience in Transportation -Esri Roads and Highways Expertise -Experience creating geoprocessing services using ArcGIS Pro Model Builder and ArcGIS Pro Python Toolbox

Benefits

-Incentive compensation for eligible positions. -Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. -Tuition reimbursement for continued education. -Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. -Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. -Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. -Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

The Company

About Gft

-Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms. -Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets. -Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors. -Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings. -An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.

Sector Specialisms

Banking

Insurance

Manufacturing

Retail Banking

Capital Markets

Asset Management

Virtual Banking

Insurance Life Health

Insurance PC

Aerospace

Agriculture

Automotive

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Digital Finance

Enterprise AI & Data Solutions

Platform Modernization

Security Clearance

-successful completion of a criminal background check is required for all advertised positions.