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GIS Project Manager

extra holidays - extra parental leave
Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Experience: 
Expert & Leadership (>10 years)
Work from: 
Virginia (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field, 10 years of experience in GIS and data science, Expertise in geospatial data management tools, Understanding of spatial analysis methods, Proficient in data visualization techniques.

Key responsabilities:

  • Manage projects, timelines, resources, and budgets
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements
  • Design and implement innovative geospatial solutions
  • Lead proof-of-concept projects ensuring scalability
  • Create documentation for developed solutions
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Job description

Join Our Team at Niyam IT: Embrace Diversity, Excel Together

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and fearless team that values your well-being and individuality? At Niyam, we’re not just a company; we’re a close-knit community of experts and leaders dedicated to providing IT solutions for esteemed clients.


Niyam provides IT solutions to improve system efficiency while optimizing the value that we deliver to our customers. Our team members have the drive and the right mindset to take ownership of the projects they work on. They partner with our customers, going the extra mile when necessary to ensure success.


What We Offer:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: We’ve got you covered with 100% company-paid health, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance.
  • Peace of Mind: Enjoy free short-term and long-term disability coverage, ensuring your financial security in any situation.
  • Flexible Work Hours: Life doesn’t always fit into a 9 to 5 schedule. We offer flexibility to help you manage your work-life balance effectively.
  • Remote and Hybrid Work: Niyam understands the value of flexibility. We offer remote and hybrid work options on our projects.
  • Paid Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with our generous paid time off policy.
  • Retirement Plans: We care about your future. Niyam offers retirement plans to help you secure your long-term financial goals.
  • Career Growth: Niyam is not just a job; it’s a career journey. We provide a supportive environment for your professional development and offer fully paid opportunities (including technology and business conferences) for training and advancement within the company.
  • Great People: Our people are the blueprint of who Niyam is to the industry and community.
  • Great Environment: Niyam fosters a great environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive.
  • Diversity & Inclusion: We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives. Your unique ideas are welcomed and celebrated every day at Niyam.

Join us in creating a workplace where innovation, diversity, and well-being thrive. Your journey at Niyam awaits. Apply today!

 

Niyam is seeking a GIS Project Manager in support of our work with FEMA. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. This position is remote, but may require some travel.  The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a deep understanding of geospatial data, data science, and emerging technologies. This role requires the ability to gather and analyze requirements, design and implement innovative solutions, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge geospatial applications. 

 

Role and Responsibilities:

Project Management: Take ownership of projects, manage timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring that deliverables are met on time and within budget.
Requirement Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and define technical and business requirements for projects.
Innovative Solution Development: Design and develop innovative solutions using the latest technologies and methodologies.
Proof-of-Concept Projects: Lead proof-of-concept projects from ideation through to production, ensuring scalability and ROI.
Geospatial Data Management: Manage, analyze, and visualize geospatial data to support various projects and initiatives.
Spatial Analysis: Apply spatial analysis techniques to derive insights and drive decision-making processes.
Technology Thought Leadership: Provide insights and guidance on emerging technology trends and methodologies.
Emerging Technology Integration: Stay current with trends in the geospatial and tech space. Implement new tools and technologies that enhance our capabilities.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including GIS analysts, data scientists, and software developers, to achieve project goals.
Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all developed solutions.
Data Visualization: Create compelling visualizations to communicate data-driven insights effectively.
Documentation & Writing: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all developed solutions, ensuring clarity and accuracy. Strong writing skills are essential for creating technical reports, guides, and user manuals.


Qualifications and Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • Must be a US citizen and eligible for security clearance.
  • 10 years of experience in GIS, advanced and emerging technologies, data science, or a related field.
  • Expertise in geospatial data management tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS). 
  • Strong understanding of data science techniques, data wrangling/manipulation, and data visualization.
  • Demonstrated experience with emerging technologies such as AI/ML, blockchain, or IoT within a geospatial context.
  • Expertise in spatial analysis methods and tools.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proven track record of developing innovative solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable insights.
  • Ability to create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all developed solutions.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Familiarity with hydraulic modeling.
• Familiarity with FEMA RiskMAP and flood plain mapping.
• Familiarity with natural disaster risk assessment and mitigation modeling applied approaches.
• Proficient in programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript).
• Advanced Degree: Master’s degree in GIS, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms like AWS and Azure, and tools such as JIRA, Git, and Subversion.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications in GIS, cloud platforms, data science, or emerging technologies.


Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.


Niyam IT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.


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Experience

Level of experience: Expert & Leadership (>10 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Verbal Communication Skills
  • Problem Solving

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