Indoor GIS Specialist

NV5
Belgium
24 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Job source

Tech stack

Geographic Information Systems ArcGIS (Software) Databases System Configuration Data Governance Document Management Systems GIS Applications Information Management Python (Programming Language) Data Streaming Systems Architecture Web Applications
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Information Technology

Job description

NV5 Geospatial (NV5G) is actively recruiting an Indoor GIS Specialist to support the implementation and expansion of an Indoor GIS program for Facility Management Operations and Maintenance at NATO Headquarters in Brussels. The Indoor GIS Specialist will be responsible for developing and maintaining GIS solutions that integrate information from Building Information Models (BIM), Building Management Systems (BMS), and Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS). The successful candidate will help establish sustainable geospatial workflows, configure GIS applications, and support the digitalization of facility operations through innovative Indoor GIS technologies. This position is ideal for professionals passionate about geospatial technologies, facility management, smart buildings, and digital transformation. Due to the nature of the work and access to classified environments, candidates must hold an active NATO Secret security clearance at the time of application. Work Environment:

  • Full-time position supporting NATO Headquarters in Brussels
  • Primarily on-site within a multidisciplinary Facility Management and Digital Transformation team
  • Limited telework may be approved in exceptional circumstances
  • No travel requirements
  • Opportunity to work on advanced geospatial solutions supporting critical infrastructure and smart facility operations

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work. As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives. Responsibilities:

  • Support the implementation and continuous development of the Indoor GIS strategy
  • Define GIS technologies, data models, and workflows supporting operations and maintenance activities
  • Execute GIS implementation projects from planning through deployment
  • Integrate and manage data from BIM, BMS, IWMS, and other Facility Management systems
  • Configure and maintain ArcGIS applications, including Experience Builder, Dashboards, Field Maps, and Indoor Viewer
  • Develop automated GIS workflows using ArcGIS ModelBuilder, ArcPy, or similar tools
  • Document system architectures, data flows, and geospatial information management processes
  • Collaborate with Facility Management, BIM, and technical stakeholders
  • Support innovation and digitalization initiatives through geospatial technologies

Requirements

Only applicants who currently hold an active NATO Secret security clearance and are able to work 100% on-site at NATO Headquarters in Brussels will be considered for this position., * Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Geospatial Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Facility Management, or a related discipline

  • Minimum 5 years of professional GIS experience, including the design, implementation, or support of GIS solutions in operational environments
  • Active NATO Secret Security Clearance
  • Advanced proficiency with ArcGIS Pro and experience configuring ArcGIS Indoors solutions
  • Demonstrated experience configuring and deploying web-based GIS applications, dashboards, and mobile solutions
  • Experience designing geospatial data models and data governance frameworks
  • Experience configuring ArcGIS Experience Builder, Dashboards, Field Maps, and related web GIS applications
  • Experience building automated workflows using ArcPy, ModelBuilder, Python, or related technologies
  • Experience integrating GIS with enterprise data sources, databases, BIM platforms, asset management systems, or building systems
  • Experience documenting system architecture, workflows, and technical implementation approaches
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Preferred (In addition to Requirements above):

  • Previous experience supporting NATO, government, defense, critical infrastructure, or other highly regulated and security-sensitive environments
  • Experience integrating GIS with BIM environments
  • Knowledge of Facility Management systems and workflows
  • Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) and Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS)
  • Experience supporting digitalization and smart building initiatives

Competencies and Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to work with complex, multi-source datasets
  • Attention to detail and commitment to data quality
  • Self-motivated and innovative mindset
  • Strong documentation and communication skills

This position requires access to NATO classified information. Applicants must be citizens of a NATO member nation and possess an active NATO Secret Security Clearance at the time of application. Clearance eligibility must be maintained throughout employment.

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