Implementation Specialist – Grid Modernization | GIS | Enterprise Data Transformation -- CONTRACT

Implementation Specialist – Grid Modernization | GIS | Enterprise Data Transformation 📍 Location: Vaughan (Hybrid) 📅 Duration: 12-Month Contract (Strong possibility of extension) Help Shape the Future of Ontario's Electrical Grid Our client, one of Ontario's leading electricity distribution organizations, is embarking on a major Grid Analytics & Data Modernization initiative and is seeking an experienced Implementation Specialist to help deliver a next-generation Integrated Network Management (INM) solution. This is far more than a traditional implementation role. You'll be joining a high-profile enterprise transformation program that will modernize how critical electrical network assets, GIS information, operational data, and business processes are managed across the organization. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, business, data, and delivery , this is an outstanding opportunity to make a measurable impact. The Opportunity As an Implementation Specialist, you'll own a key delivery workstream throughout the execution phase of the implementation. You'll collaborate closely with business leaders, engineering teams, GIS specialists, IT, data owners, cybersecurity, and external implementation partners to successfully deliver a modern enterprise platform supporting utility operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex business problems while remaining hands-on with data, integrations, testing, and implementation activities. No two days will be the same. What You'll Be Doing You will play a leadership role in delivering one of the organization's most strategic digital transformation initiatives by: Implementation Leadership Lead day-to-day implementation activities across multiple technical and business workstreams Drive project milestones, dependencies, risks, issues, and action items through to resolution Coordinate delivery across business stakeholders, IT, engineering, operations, cybersecurity, vendors, and data owners Ensure implementation activities remain aligned with scope, schedule, quality, and operational readiness Business & Solution Delivery Facilitate business requirements and solution workshops Document business processes, user journeys, configuration decisions, and functional requirements Translate business needs into practical implementation activities Partner with technical teams to ensure successful solution delivery Data Integration & Migration Take ownership of critical data migration activities including: Source system analysis Data profiling Source-to-target mapping Data transformation Data quality validation Data reconciliation Data remediation Migration planning and execution Technical Delivery Work alongside technical teams to support: SQL-based data analysis Relational databases Data integrations APIs ETL processes Automation using SQL and Python Data validation Dashboard reporting Implementation metrics Testing & Deployment Support end-to-end implementation activities including: System Integration Testing (SIT) Regression Testing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Defect management Environment coordination Release management Deployment planning Cutover activities Go-Live support Hypercare Business Readiness Help prepare the organization for successful adoption by supporting: End-user training Change management Business readiness Operational documentation Process documentation Data dictionaries Implementation playbooks Standard operating procedures What We're Looking For We're searching for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats. You're equally comfortable facilitating stakeholder workshops, troubleshooting implementation issues, writing SQL queries, coordinating vendors, and helping guide enterprise software deployments. Required Experience Enterprise software implementation experience Digital transformation project delivery Data migration and integration Strong SQL skills Relational databases ETL concepts Data quality and reconciliation Business process analysis Requirements gathering System implementation lifecycle Testing (SIT / UAT) Stakeholder management Vendor coordination Excellent communication and facilitation skills Highly Desirable Experience in one or more of the following: GIS ArcGIS Esri Utility Network Electric Utilities Asset Information Management Grid Modernization Network Models Integrated Network Management (INM) Utility Operations Asset Strategy IEC CIM Power BI Python Tableau Alteryx Who Will Excel Here? Successful candidates often come from backgrounds such as: GIS Implementation Consultant Utility Systems Analyst Technical Business Analyst Business Systems Analyst Data Migration Lead Enterprise Implementation Consultant GIS Consultant Solution Implementation Consultant Integration Consultant Technical Project Lead Why You'll Love This Opportunity ✔ Work on one of the most exciting Grid Modernization initiatives in Ontario ✔ Collaborate with senior business and technology leaders ✔ Be part of a high-impact enterprise transformation ✔ Work across GIS, enterprise data, asset management, and operational technology ✔ Influence how modern utility operations will be managed for years to come ✔ Gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies supporting critical infrastructure ✔ Hybrid work environment ✔ Long-term contract with strong extension potential Ready to Make an Impact? If you're passionate about enterprise technology, data modernization, GIS, utility transformation, and delivering complex implementations, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that's helping modernize the future of Ontario's electrical grid.