Job Description

Job Title: Lead Consultant GIS (Energy / Oil & Gas Upstream)

(Alternate Titles: GIS Lead Consultant / ArcGIS Utility Network Architect / GIS Solution Architect)

Work Location: Spring, TX 77389

Duration: 12 Months Contract

Experience: 10+ Years

Interview Process: Virtual (No Face-to-Face)

Certification: Not Required

Role Overview

We are seeking a Lead Consultant GIS with strong expertise in ArcGIS Utility Network and fiber network modeling within the Energy / Oil & Gas (Upstream) domain.

The ideal candidate will lead GIS solution design, architecture, and implementation , with a focus on fiber network systems , ensuring scalability, performance, and alignment with enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end GIS solution design and architecture for large-scale utility and energy clients
• Design and implement ArcGIS Utility Network (UN) architecture for fiber networks
• Develop physical fiber data models including:
  • Cables, strands, splice points, and devices
• Define:
  • Domain networks, tiers, subnetworks
  • Network rules and associations
• Design network redundancy, path diversity, and automated impact analysis
• Establish global naming conventions and GIS modeling standards
• Perform capacity planning and infrastructure recommendations
• Support transition from project delivery to operations/support
• Evaluate ESRI-compatible third-party tools (e.g., NetTerrain)
• Work with data sources such as CAD files (.DWG/.DXF) and KMZ files
• Produce detailed architecture and design documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Agile methodologies

Required Skills (Top 3)

1. ArcGIS Pro (3.x) Advanced hands-on experience
2. ESRI Geodatabase Strong data modeling and management expertise
3. GIS Industry Experience 10+ years, preferably in Energy/Utilities domain

Nice to Have Skills

• Data Management (ETL, data governance, spatial data handling)
• ArcGIS Utility Network (UN) Advanced configuration and implementation

Technical Expertise

• Strong experience with ArcGIS Enterprise and Utility Network deployments
• Knowledge of fiber network design (Backbone & Distribution)
• Experience with:
  • Mid-span and enclosure splicing
  • Industrial constraints and area classification
• Familiarity with third-party GIS tools (NetTerrain or similar)
• Understanding of spatial data formats (CAD, KMZ, GIS datasets)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geomatics, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of GIS experience (Utilities/Energy domain preferred)
• Strong background in solution design and architecture

Job Tags

Similar Jobs