GIS Manager
Hybrid Remote - must reside in or be willing to relocate to one of our service territories (DE, MD, PA, OH, VA, NC, GA, FL)
The Manager, GIS oversees the team responsible for all GIS related functions across the Chesapeake Utilities Corporation. Provide leadership and direction to ensure the best in class GIS Mapping and Records practices are implemented throughout the department with a primary focus being a standardized mapping and records procedures and workflows for all operating companies. Provides leadership and direction in the creation of guidelines, standards and procedures for the management of GIS Mapping and Records data. Close working relationship with Operations, Integrity, Compliance, Construction, and Design leadership. Recommends advancement of opportunities to leverage GIS data for the benefit of Chesapeake and its customers. Works closely with IT on GIS system enhancements and upgrades to ensure business productivity is maintained.
What you'll be doing:
- Manages the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Team, ensuring that the needs of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation are fulfilled in a professional and timely manner.
- Responsible for ensuring that GIS Mapping and Records data supports the safe and reliable delivery of energy to customers, complies with regulatory requirements and supports Gas Operation’s needs.
- Responsible for overseeing the accuracy of GIS models, mapping data, and that the data is updated and completed within the timeframes determined by Internal Customers and Regulatory Agencies.
- Establishes priorities and goals and establishing accountability for meeting projected targets.
- Creates a positive work culture that aids in team member engagement and retention.
- Develops, trains, coaches, and conducts performance appraisals of team members within the department.
- Provides technical guidance and leadership to the team in support of project design and permitting, engineering standards development, process improvement, and completion of deliverables.
- Identifies and executes on data-driven process improvement opportunities, in coordination with key stakeholders.
- Manage GIS projects from conception to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
- Participates in internal and external training as required.
- Supports development and submission of annual reports (e.g. US DOT, EPA, etc.).
- Represents the Company at regulatory and trade related organization meetings.
- Participates in updating Operations and Maintenance (O&M Manuals), GIS system, Construction Standards, and Service Manuals
Who you are:
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (GIS, Geography, Computer or Environmental Science or Engineering
- Eight (8) years’ GIS experience, including three (3) years’ supervisory or managerial role
- Valid Driver’s License
- Proficient knowledge of Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.
software - Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Strong leadership skills in a virtual and office environment.
- Proficient in general business principles including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a diverse work environment.
- Ability to multi-task.
Benefits/what’s in it for you...
- Flexible work arrangement
- Competitive base salary
- Fantastic opportunities for career growth
- Cooperative, supportive, and empowered team atmosphere
- Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
- Monthly recognition events
- Endless wellness initiatives and community events
- Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
- Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email [email protected].
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What We Do
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK), headquartered in Dover, Delaware, is a publicly-traded, diversified energy company principally engaged in various regulated and unregulated businesses. Through multiple divisions and subsidiaries, we operate on the Delmarva Peninsula, throughout Florida, and in Pennsylvania and Ohio providing natural gas distribution, transmission, gathering and processing, and marketing; electricity distribution; propane gas distribution and wholesale marketing; and other related services to approximately 240,000 customers. In 2018, we were recognized as a Top Workplace in Delaware for the seventh consecutive year. Our team is comprised of talented and experienced professionals who make a difference by sharing the same brand values and incorporating them within the way we do business. We strive to create a personal connection with one another, our customers, communities, shareholders, and partners enabling us to deliver positive and meaningful results. Our commitment to this shared vision provides us with a unique position and differentiates us from other companies within our industry. To learn more about Chesapeake Utilities Corporation, our businesses and career opportunities, visit www.chpk.com.
