GIS Architect/Specialist

This is a 6 month remote contract - Outside IR35.

Our client, a leading consultancy, is currently looking for a GIS Architect/Specialist who will be responsible for creating an ESRI based Enterprise GIS Platform and implementing geospatial solutions.This will require a strong background in GIS technologies, enterprise architecture principles, and project management.

What you will be expected to do:

• Develop and maintain the overall GIS architecture framework, ensuring it aligns with business objectives and technology standards
• Design scalable and robust geospatial solutions that integrate with existing enterprise systems
• Work closely with business units, IT teams, and external partners to gather requirements and understand geospatial needs
• Assess and recommend technologies, tools, and platforms that meet the organisation's needs
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in GIS and enterprise architecture
• Collaborate with project managers to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables
• Create and maintain architectural documentation, including diagrams, standards, and guidelines for GIS solutions
• Work with teams to establish best practices for data management, integration, and Security within the GIS environment
• Work within governance and compliance requirements of the client

The skills you need:

• Good stakeholder management and influencing skills at project stakeholder level
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Detailed technical knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS
• Degree-level qualification in relevant subject desirable
• Software development and/or support experience at an enterprise level.
• Familiarity with software development life cycle management techniques with experience in product and vendor evaluation and technology roll-out
• Knowledge of solution architectures including applying standard architectures and patterns within solution designs and various hosting environments/platforms
• Proven experience as a GIS Architect or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles.
• Proficiency in GIS software and tools and geospatial data management.
• Experience with cloud-based GIS solutions and data integration techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Relevant certifications (eg, TOGAF, etc.) are a distinct advantage.