GIS Analyst

POSITION SPECIFICATION  

Analyst - GIS 

The Organization 

Grid United is a mission driven company aiming to solve the largest barrier to a more reliable, resilient and affordable grid by developing new long haul electric transmission lines in the United States. Established in 2021 by proven industry leaders, Grid United is developing utility-scale electric multi-state transmission projects that will provide long-term economic benefits to communities across the country, provide Americans with improved grid resiliency for our homes and businesses, and cost savings for electricity consumers. 

More information about the company can be found at www.gridunited.com 

The Position 

Grid United has numerous large scale transmissions projects underway and is currently identifying and studying additional prospective projects across North America. With patient capital backing led by experienced energy veterans, Grid United is in a fast-growth stage, boasting a purpose-built team of motivated and entrepreneurial talent.  We are particularly focused on effective stakeholder engagement and positive involvement with the communities in the areas where we are working. This growing team is seeking to add a GIS Analyst to assist the GIS Team with cartography, data management, and spatial analysis. This role will report to the GIS Manager and will be located in Houston, TX. 

Please apply if you possess 70% or more of the required skills described below. 

Key Responsibilities & Outcomes: 

This role specializes in visualizing data as meaningful information, enabling others to do their work better and gain insight through intuitive representations of organizational and external data.   

• Create printed and web-based cartographic materials utilizing ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online. 

• Compile data from a variety of sources to create mapping products and help with spatial and  analytics. 

• Plan and communicate with other departments to clarify and finalize requests. 

• Export data in multiple formats to inform decision makers 

• Work closely with end users and assist the GIS Team to identify GIS requirements, technical issues, and training needs. 

• Assist with developing best practices such as schema, layouts, stylization, and other internal GIS standards 

• Author and publish layers to be used by internal and external teams. 

• Help maintain data integrity and accuracy. 

Behaviors – which are essential to success of this team

• Be exemplars of the Grid United values of humility, tenacity, ingenuity and grace  

• Build, maintain and value board and deep stakeholder relationships and have a personal commitment to making a difference in the community 

• Proactively work with stakeholders to solve problems in a calm and no blame way 

Desired Experience and Skills: 

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school related to geography, cartography, or urban planning. 

• 0-2 years working with GIS data. 

• Experience with ESRI suite of products such ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online. 

• Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task efficiently with constant regard for accuracy and quality. 

• Articulated speaker with the ability to assist in leading presentations. 

• Strong writing skills, including both technical and persuasive writing. 

• Ability to read and digest large amounts of information rapidly. 

• Curiosity for all functional areas of development including commercialization, engineering, land acquisition, public outreach, and US state and federal regulations. 

• Adaptability and flexibility to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and uncertainty, and project changes. 

• Strong computer and data management skills. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a small, nonhierarchical organization. 

• Proactive and open to embracing new challenges. 

• Positive, professional, and energetic team-oriented attitude. 

• Embodies Grid United's core values of ingenuity, tenacity, humility, and grace. 

What the Right Candidate Will Love about this Opportunity: 

• An organization dedicated to solving the ever changing Rubik’s cube of high voltage transmission development in a fast paced, dynamic and innovative culture 

• Working with a core group of dedicated and thoughtful colleagues.  

• Working on a day-to-day basis with highly experienced and proven industry leaders 

• Being empowered to play a leading role in delivering a large scale project that will materially change the energy future of America   

• Working in an organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and having a positive social impact   

• Excellent financial backing from leading energy investor with long term commitment, passion for energy, and an understanding and appetite to tackle the challenges of transmission development 

Grid United is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/veteran status, or any basis prohibited by applicable law. 

Grid United offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a competitive base salary and bonus incentive plan, long term incentive plan, health benefits, 401(k), and more.