GIS Analyst

Our B&A Studios team has an exciting opportunity for a GIS Analyst to join our team based in our Calgary Edmonton or Vancouver office. As part of CIMA B&A Studios combines its recognized expertise in planning design and community engagement with the breadth of CIMAs engineering and consulting services. This creates unique opportunities for our employees to work on impactful projects that shape communities across Canada. By joining our team you will benefit from the creativity and collaborative spirit of B&A along with the scale resources and growth potential offered by CIMA one of the countrys leading multidisciplinary firms.

We are seeking a highly motivated GIS Analyst with 1-3 years of experience to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and can adapt to evolving project demands. As a GIS Analyst you will support a variety of planning energy and geospatial projects. You should have expertise in figure development web mapping and geospatial analysis along with a strong interest in contributing to the teams technical growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality visually compelling report figures that are both aesthetically pleasing and communicate content clearly.
• Develop and configure web mapping applications using ArcGIS Online Experience Builder and related tools.
• Conduct spatial data analysis and surface development to support land use and planning initiatives.
• Create and update forms using Survey123 Connect.
• Develop and maintain geospatial databases and tools.
• Collaborate with CAD Engagement Graphics and Planning teams to support ongoing projects.
• Assist in promoting GIS services across the company.
• Contribute to GIS innovation initiatives.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in GIS or an equivalent qualification.
• 1-3 years of professional experience in GIS and spatial analysis.
• Proficiency in GIS software (e.g. ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS Online Survey123 Connect).
• Experience using ESRI extensions (e.g. Spatial Analyst 3D Analyst Network Analyst etc.).
• Experience processing LiDAR data.
• Strong figure development skills with a focus on clarity aesthetics and adherence to established standards.
• Experience developing web mapping applications using Experience Builder.
• Solid understanding of projections and transformations.
• Experience managing spatial data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills & Assets

• Experience with Microsoft Power Automate for workflow automation.
• Python programming skills for geospatial automation and analysis (e.g. ArcPy GeoPandas).
• Familiarity with CityEngine or similar 3D geospatial tools.
• Knowledge of 3D modeling software (e.g. Blender Rhino SketchUp).

B&A Studios is one of Western Canadas leading planning design and engagement consultancies now part of the CIMA family - one of Canadas largest privately-owned engineering and consulting firms. Together we offer an unmatched multidisciplinary platform that connects urban design planning engineering and engagement under one collaborative network.

Joining our team means:

• Working in a studio environment that values creativity inclusivity and curiosity.
• Collaborating with professionals across Canada on projects that shape communities of all sizes.
• Contributing to projects that matter  from transformative urban redevelopments to forward-thinking greenfield communities.
• Having the opportunity to lead influence and grow in a design studio that is entering its next exciting phase of evolution.
• Enjoying a workplace that offers flexible work arrangements competitive compensation professional development support and a culture rooted in collaboration and respect.

Additional Information :

At CIMA we recognize the richness and diversity of each individuals experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidates experience skills and qualifications while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidates profile.

CIMA uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However this score is not used to screen assess or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates regardless of their identity (race ethnicity colour religion gender age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression socio-economic status or background etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity we encourage all applications including but not limited to those from women Indigenous people people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time