Technical Project Manager (GIS)

• We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Project Manager (PM) with deep experience in Esri ArcGIS platforms and GIS solutions. 
• This role will lead the delivery of mission-critical utility GIS initiatives, including Data Management (Imagery, Lidar, Hyperspectral etc.) implementations, system modernization, cloud migration, and field mobility solutions.
• The TPM will act as the technical and delivery lead, ensuring alignment between business operations, engineering, IT, and GIS teams while meeting regulatory, reliability, and operational requirements.

 Key Responsibilities

• GIS Project Delivery
• Lead end-to-end delivery of Data Management projects including:
• ArcGIS Utility Network (Electric, Gas)
• ArcGIS Enterprise deployments and upgrades
• GIS system modernization and legacy migration
• Integration with OMS, ADMS, CIS, EAM, SCADA, and AMI systems
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, and dependencies across multiple workstreams

Technical Oversight & Architecture

• Provide technical leadership for:
• ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal, Server, Data Store)
• High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR)
• Cloud and hybrid deployments (AWS)
• Secure storage of GIS content and configurations
• Stakeholder & Business Engagement
• Partner with engineering, operations, field crews, IT, cybersecurity, and regulatory teams
• Translate business requirements into actionable technical deliverables
• Communicate project status to leadership and regulatory stakeholders
• Coordinate with Esri and system integrator partners

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in technical project management or program delivery
• 5+ years working with utility GIS or Energy & Utilities systems
• Hands-on experience delivering Data Management projects
• Experience supporting 24x7 mission-critical utility systems

 Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in:
• ArcGIS Enterprise and Web GIS architecture
• Data Management (Imagery, Lidar, Hyperspectral etc.)
• GIS data governance and spatial analytics
• Linux and Windows server environments
• Project Management Skills
• Proficiency with tools such as Jira, MS Project, Azure DevOps
• Strong risk, dependency, and vendor management capabilities
• Excellent reporting and executive communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Esri certifications (Utility Network, ArcGIS Enterprise Administration)
• PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum Master certification
• Experience with electric transmission & distribution or gas pipeline networks
• Knowledge of NERC, FERC, or regional regulatory requirements

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate in complex, regulated environments
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Clear communicator across technical and non-technical audiences