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Job Description:
Position Overview
As a mid-level GIS Specialist, you will manage Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support the planning, design, construction, and handover of Qiddiya’s assets. Using ESRI-based platforms, you will deliver geospatial insights for Districts, Zones, and Precincts, ensuring data integration and compliance with project standards. This role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, adherence to Client systems (e.g., ESRI GIS, Aconex), and a commitment to Saudization requirements. On-site work in Qiddiya or relocation is expected.
Key Responsibilities
- GIS Management: Operate and manage the ESRI GIS platform, implementing policies, templates, and procedures for geospatial data standardization.
- Data Integration: Review and integrate consultant/contractor GIS submittals into the Client’s GIS platform, ensuring compliance and interoperability with BIM and CAD.
- Spatial Analysis: Conduct spatial analyses (e.g., modeling, geostatistics) and create maps/dashboards using ArcGIS Online/Enterprise to support decision-making.
- Quality Assurance: Validate GIS data accuracy, maintain metadata, and document workflows in Aconex, aligning with Qiddiya’s standards.
- Collaboration: Coordinate with delivery partners, design consultants, and stakeholders (e.g., Saudi Heritage Commission) for GIS-related permitting and interface management.
- Project Support: Provide GIS deliverables for master planning, regulatory approvals (e.g., CSP), and handover, supporting the Integrated Master Programme.
- System Alignment: Align GIS workflows with other delivery partners’ systems, proposing enhancements to tools like Fuzor or Autodesk Vault as needed.
- Mentorship: Guide GIS technicians and train Client staff/contractors on GIS best practices.
Education and Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of GIS experience, ideally in urban development or mega-projects.
- Preferred: Expertise in ESRI platforms (ArcGIS Pro, Online, Enterprise), BIM/CAD integration, and GCC project experience.
Skills and Competencies
- Technical: Proficient in ESRI GIS, Python/JavaScript/SQL for automation, and database management (e.g., PostgreSQL). Skilled in cartography, spatial data formats, and BIM/CAD integration.
- Analytical: Advanced spatial analysis and visualization for complex project needs.
- Communication: Strong English skills (Arabic a plus) to convey technical data to stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving: Independent troubleshooting of GIS data/software issues.
- Project Management: Organized to meet deadlines and document in Aconex.
- Collaboration: Team-oriented, aligning with Client IT/governance policies.
- Software: Proficient in Microsoft Office and Aconex.
Saudization Requirements
- Nationality: Saudi national with valid GOSI Certification and Government ID.
- Group: Group B (professionals, degree/certified specialists).
Why Join SAPL?
- Contribute to Qiddiya, a Vision 2030 landmark.
- Grow with a global leader using cutting-edge GIS tools.
- Shape Saudi Arabia’s future as a Saudi national.
Additional Requirements
- Location: On-site in Qiddiya or willingness to relocate.
- Language: Fluent in English; Arabic preferred.
- Systems: Use ESRI GIS, Aconex, Primavera P6 per Client IT policies.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of GIS experience, ideally in urban development or mega-projects
- Proficiency with ESRI platforms (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise)
- Proficient in Python, JavaScript, and SQL for automation
- Database management experience (e.g., PostgreSQL)
- Experience with Aconex and Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office
- Ability to perform advanced spatial analysis, cartography, and create ArcGIS dashboards
- Saudi national with valid GOSI Certification and Government ID
- On-site in Qiddiya or willingness to relocate
- BIM/CAD integration experience
- GCC project experience
- Fluent English (Arabic preferred)
- Experience mentoring GIS technicians and training client staff/contractors
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
