Junior GIS Manager

About AtkinsRéalis  

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital.  News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn. 

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Junior GIS Manager to contribute to the development and implementation of innovative geospatial solutions.The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in GIS technologies and experience in managing and executing GIS projects.This role requires a technical expert with a deep understanding of GIS systems,data management, and solution architecture.

The GIS Specialist will administer and maintain the GIS environment,ensuring data integrity,and providing technical support.This position demands a combination of technical expertise and problem-solving abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee GIS system administration and maintenance, including software, hardware, and infrastructure management.
• Establish and implement GIS standards and best practices to guarantee data quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Design and implement tailored GIS solutions to address specific business needs.
• Manage and maintain geospatial data, prioritizing quality, accuracy, and accessibility.
• Provide technical support to users regarding GIS software and data issues.
• Develop robust GIS architectures to support organizational objectives.
• Manage relational database management systems (RDBMS) and NoSQL databases to accommodate diverse application requirements.
• Configure and manage virtualization environments to optimize GIS system performance and scalability.
• Handle raster, vector, and real-time geospatial data, ensuring seamless integration and processing.
• Demonstrate expertise in cutting-edge GIS technologies, such as Smart Cities, Digital Twins, Indoor GIS, and Geospatial Intelligence.
• Provide assistance in developing project documentation where applicable.
• Lead the implementation and integration of GIS solutions within cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Leverage remote sensing data to derive valuable insights and inform decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in GIS, encompassing system administration, data management, and project management.
• Strong proficiency in GIS software and tools (e.g., ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, Python, SQL, FME, databases).
• Demonstrated experience in GIS solution architecture and design.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Fluency in Arabic and English languages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in specific industry sectors (e.g., oil and gas, utilities, environmental).
• GIS or ITIL certifications.

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.