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Zeeshan Shaikh

CALGARY,AB

Summary

After completing an intensive 8-month GIS program at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology and gaining 3-months hands-on experience as a Production Technician, eager to apply skills in a new dynamic environment. Driven by a passion for using GIS to uncover insights that prioritize community safety and drive meaningful change.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

Northwest Geomatics, Hexagon
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Excel in digitizing linear features from satellite and LiDAR data, ensuring precision through rigorous QA/QC processes and expert LiDAR quality control using tools like LAS Tools and Global Mapper, aligning with GIS database design and data manipulation standards
  • Experienced in LiDAR quality control, utilizing tools like LAS Tools and Global Mapper to inspect and correct datasets for accuracy, contributing to accurate survey plans and high-quality map creation
  • Expertise includes integrating emerging GIS technologies, ensuring high-quality outputs through rigorous
  • QA/QC processes, and creating detailed documentation and metadata for data dissemination and GIS application development.

Project Manager

SAIT (Capstone Prpoject)
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • O Achieved rapid data acquisition within one day, delivering project scope requirements a month ahead of schedule, while ensuring accurate data conversion, analysis, and manipulation for GIS applications.

o Created a mobile mapping app for real-time data collection and dynamic dashboards, enabling EMS teams to identify hazardous gas leaks, and developed applications through ArcGIS Online to streamline GIS workflows.

o Utilized NDVI image processing for land classification, hazard risk assessment, and spatial analysis, contributing to efficient data dissemination and documentation.Oli>o Developed a Python script for downloading real-time weather data, and a 3D model for visualizing wind direction and speed, supporting data analysis and GIS application development.o Created mobile mapping applications integrating survey forms, field maps, and dynamic dashboards, improving real-time data collection and enhancing map production for field surveys.

GIS Analyst

SAIT (Final Project)
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Analyzed impact of economic factors on NCAA success using GIS, focusing on State GDP, Student Funding
  • Population, Student Obesity, and Obesity Rates, and contributed to spatial analysis and data-driven decision- making
  • Led GIS project examining economic factors influencing NCAA Division 1 Basketball success, utilizing spatial analysis and geospatial data to uncover significant correlations and hotspots
  • Employed hotspot cluster analysis and GIS tools for analyzing spatial patterns in economic indicators, contributing to resource allocation strategies in sports management
  • Found spatial patterns and correlations between economic data and athletic achievement, enhancing decision-making processes for policymakers and highlighting GIS proficiency in data manipulation and analysis
  • Results supported strategic decision-making by providing insights into relationship between economic factors and athletic success, showcasing GIS analytical skills and data visualization expertise.

Education

Associate of Science - INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Calgary, Alberta
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - GEOLOGY (GRADUATED WITH

Maharaja Sayajirao University (MSU)
India
05.2022

Skills

  • CORE COMPETENCES
  • ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, Data Management, Data Integration, Database Design, Quality Assurance, Data Cleaning
  • Metadata Creation, Spatial Analysis, Remote Sensing, SQL Databases, Python Scripting, Project Management
  • ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Experience Builder, FME Integration, Model Builder, Cartography, Deep
  • Learning, QA/QC, Programming Languages, Automation Engines, GIS Mapping Systems and Software, GIS Data
  • Collection, LiDAR Processing and Photogrammetry, Mobile App Development, GIS Database Design, AutoCAD
  • Trimble MX7, Pegasus II Ultimate
  • SKILLS
  • TECHNICAL SKILLS:
  • O Proficient in using ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro for the GIS Cycle:
  • O Data Management: Proficient in using ArcMap, QGIS and ArcGIS Pro for the GIS Cycle: Data
  • Integration, Database Design, Quality Assurance, Data Cleaning and Metadata Creation
  • O Innovative GIS Solutions with Analysis: Skilled in various analysis: Spatial Analysis, Geoprocessing
  • Remote sensing, and Network analysis
  • O Proficient in GIS database design, data creation, and manipulation using ArcGIS (Desktop/Pro)
  • AutoCAD, and SQL, with experience in data conversion, analysis, and georeferencing; skilled in
  • Creating maps, orthophoto mosaics, and composite plans; familiar with Trimble MX7, Pegasus II
  • Ultimate, Reality Capture, LiDAR, Photogrammetry, and programming (Python, Arcade, HTML, SQL);
  • Expertise in quality control, standards development, and publishing maps and applications through
  • ArcGIS Online
  • O Expert working with LiDAR, DSM, DEM, and CHM other Remote Sensing Data
  • SOFT SKILLS:
  • O Time management: Proficient in time management using both traditional and modern methods for
  • Optimal efficiency
  • O Communication and Project management: Skilled analytical person and collaborative team
  • Player with a strong helping and assistance approach Proactively lead while offering support and
  • Communicating effectively when assistance is needed
  • O Strong organizational and prioritization skills
  • O Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
  • O Technical writing and report preparation
  • O MSOffice (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Access)

Accomplishments

  • PROJECT MANAGER (CAPSTONE PROJECT) JAN ‘24 – APR ‘24
  • SAIT, Calgary, Alberta
  • Achievements:o Achieved rapid data acquisition within one day, delivering project scope requirements a month ahead ofschedule, while ensuring accurate data conversion, analysis, and manipulation for GIS applications
  • O Maintained high data quality standards and resolved issues during the transition from ArcGIS Pro to ArcGIS
  • Online, ensuring seamless integration and data integrity in GIS database design
  • O Created a mobile mapping app for real-time data collection and dynamic dashboards, enabling EMS teams toidentify hazardous gas leaks, and developed applications through ArcGIS Online to streamline GIS workflows
  • O Utilized NDVI image processing for land classification, hazard risk assessment, and spatial analysis,contributing to efficient data dissemination and documentation
  • O Developed a Python script for downloading real-time weather data, and a 3D model for visualizing winddirection and speed, supporting data analysis and GIS application development
  • O Created mobile mapping applications integrating survey forms, field maps, and dynamic dashboards,improving real-time data collection and enhancing map production for field surveys
  • GIS ANALYST (FINAL PROJECT) SEPT ‘23 – DEC ‘23

Timeline

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

Northwest Geomatics, Hexagon
06.2024 - 08.2024

Project Manager

SAIT (Capstone Prpoject)
01.2024 - 04.2024

GIS Analyst

SAIT (Final Project)
09.2023 - 12.2023

Associate of Science - INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

Bachelor of Science - GEOLOGY (GRADUATED WITH

Maharaja Sayajirao University (MSU)
Zeeshan Shaikh