GIS Project Manager

(Remote, Full-Time)  

NexGen is currently seeking a GIS Project Manager to manage and lead the design, development, and maintenance of Web-based multi-tier hosting environment. We are searching for an individual with experience in GIS project management. This individual will be required to work closely with members of NexGen’s and client’s teams, including but not limited to domain experts, and developers.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:  

• Manage transition, ramp-up, and ramp-down activities.  

• Manage overall project scope and resource to ensure an on-time on-budget delivery  

• Preparation of the Project Management Plan addressing how to manage schedule, and risk.  

• Provide interface and be responsive in overall project communication.  

• Prepare and deliver status reports.  

• Participate in regular and ad hoc meetings regarding project delivery.  

• Participate in planning meetings as requested.  

• Prepare transition plans as necessary.  

• Define project scope and objectives.  

• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.  

• Conduct project meetings and responsible for tracking and analysis.  

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and review project deliverables.  

• Provide technical and analytical guidance to project team.  

• Recommend and take action to direct the analysis and solutions of problems.  

• Collaborate with the staff to identify, address, and mitigate security risks and ensure compliance with the relevant regulatory requirements.  

• Other duties may be assigned.  

Technical Skills:  

• At least five years in a hands-on technical lead/project management role.  

• Experience with GIS and a geospatial background.  Open-source GIS solutions is a plus. 

• Knowledge of Esri’s suite of software products and solutions including desktop, server and online.  

• Knowledge of Esri’s ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online platforms and technologies.  

• Experience applying geospatial concepts, methodologies and solutions.  

• The ability to develop visual and communications strategies to combine data management, information visualization, and user experience to communicate spatial information effectively. 

• Strong knowledge of all aspects of Software Development Life Cycle. 

• Familiar with Agile methodologies and have managed projects under Agile methodologies.  

Desired Skills:  

• Experience in managing Federal Government IT projects PMP Certification is a strong plus.  

• GIS Certifications are a plus.  

Additional Requirements:  

• The candidate should also possess strong oral and written communication, problem-solving skills and should be a team player. 

• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 50×25 (50 MBPS download x 25 MBPS upload) is required.

• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect sensitive but unclassified federal information.

• The successful candidate will also be able to pass background screening prior to employment. 

• US Citizenship, or legal permanent residence, or US work authorization with minimum 3 years of continuous US presence is required due to federal contract requirements.  

Education:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or related discipline.  

NexGen Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  

Compensation: $85,000-105,000/year (Dependent on Experience)  

(Last Revision: 2025-03-14)  

Tagged as: design, developer, project management