Forsite Consultants
Forsite Consultants
51 – 200 Employees
ConsultingEnergyLogistics
Forsite Consultants is a North American consulting firm specializing in geospatial intelligence, forestry, energy, and natural-resource management. Its teams use aerial LiDAR, high-resolution imagery, pipeline patrols, oriented imagery, wildfire science, and fuel modeling to produce reliable data for operational and regulatory decisions. The company develops tools such as FireView for wildfire behavior analysis, RiskView for operational risk monitoring, and PatrolView for DOT-compliant patrols, alongside LiDAR-based forest inventories and professional forestry services. Forsite supports energy operators, utilities, governments, insurers, Indigenous Nations, and other natural-resource organizations with validated analytics, machine learning-enhanced products, emergency response capabilities, and GIS-ready workflows.

Remote GIS Analyst at Forsite Consultants - Canada

Join Forsite Consultants as a remote GIS Analyst supporting forest-management projects across Canada. Apply ArcGIS, QGIS, Python, and spatial analysis to deliver geospatial data, mapping, and client-focused GIS solutions.

Description

  • Analyze geospatial data with GIS software to produce actionable insights
  • Build and maintain geospatial databases and maps
  • Apply spatial interpolation, buffering, overlay, and network analysis techniques
  • Deliver GIS projects in line with client standards and established procedures
  • Maintain client data for online platforms
  • Collect, clean, and organize geospatial data from multiple sources
  • Protect the quality and integrity of geospatial data
  • Work with cross-functional teams to deliver GIS solutions
  • Coordinate project schedules, budgets, and resources
  • Communicate effectively with clients
  • Keep current with developments in GIS technology and practice

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or a related discipline
  • Advanced working knowledge of GIS platforms such as ArcGIS and QGIS
  • Experience programming for GIS applications with Python and R
  • Familiarity with GIS frameworks and libraries including arcpy and pandas
  • Knowledge of spatial data structures and algorithms
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Capacity to work independently and contribute effectively within a team
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience with forest management and forest data is an asset, particularly in Ontario

Benefits

  • Flexible approach to balancing work and personal commitments
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Support for ongoing professional development
  • Company-matched pension program
  • Competitive compensation

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