Shaheen Khan

Shaheen Khan

Gis Specialist
Saudi Arabia
Pushto (Pashto), English, Arabic, Urdu, Pashto

About Me

GIS Specialist with over 11 years of extensive experience in geospatial analysis and monitoring. Demonstrated success in roles ranging from GIS & IM Officer to Assistant Manager GIS, with a proven track record in private…

Experience

GIS Specialist

Parsons Cooperation, Jazan (Saudi Arabia)
Aug 2024 - Present · 1 year 11 months

Collecting, processing, and validating spatial and non-spatial data to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Integrating attribute and geospatial data using ArcGIS Pro for efficient spatial analysis.
Creating, editing, and managing GIS datasets within enterprise geodatabases using SQL Server and ArcGIS Enterprise.
Designing digital maps, web maps, dashboards, and GIS applications for data visualization and departmental sharing.
Converting geospatial data such as as-built data between various formats to support compatibility and project requirements.
Conducting spatial analysis and producing statistical outputs for reports, presentations, and decision-making.
Recommending improvements in existing processes by implementing new ideas.
Reviewing GIS performance and monitoring its capabilities to provide recommendations on system update requirements.
Coordinating activities with the GIS Analyst for development, entry and use in database and applications.
Collaborating with other departments to transform raw data into meaningful information.

GIS Specialist

Parsons Cooperation, Jazan (Saudi Arabia) · Al Haram, Saudi Arabia
Aug 2024 - Present · 1 year 11 months

Collecting, processing, and validating spatial and non-spatial data to ensure accuracy and reliability. Integrating attribute and geospatial data using ArcGIS Pro for efficient spatial analysis. Creating, editing, and managing GIS datasets within enterprise geodatabases using SQL Server and ArcGIS Enterprise. Designing digital maps, web maps, dashboards, and GIS applications for data visualization and departmental sharing. Convert geospatial data (such as as-built data) between various formats to support compatibility and project requirements.Conducting spatial analysis and producing statistical outputs for reports, presentations, and decision making. Recommend improvements in existing processes by implementing new ideas. Review GIS performance and monitor its capabilities to provide recommendations on system update requirements. Coordinate activities with the GIS Analyst for development, entry and use in database and applications. Collaborate with other departments to transform raw data into meaningful information.

GIS Specialist

ARGAS · Abha, Saudi Arabia
Feb 2024 - Jul 2024 · 4 months

▪ Geological mapping using field data and satellite imagery. ▪ Perform field visits for data collection and quality control. ▪ Maintain spatial and non-spatial databases for comprehensive data management. ▪ Analyze satellite images for geological classification. ▪ Convert data between formats to ensure compatibility across platforms. ▪ Clean and analyze datasets to maintain data integrity. ▪ Create 2D and 3D visualizations to enhance spatial analysis. ▪ Write daily status reports to support decision-making by higher management. ▪ Deliver presentations and updates on work progress to higher management. ▪ Maintain Power BI dashboards to visualize and track key metrics.

GIS Specialist

ARGAS, Saudi Arabia (Khobar)
Feb 2024 - Jul 2024 · 5 months

Geological mapping using field data and satellite imagery.
Performing field visits for data collection and quality control.
Maintaining spatial and non-spatial databases for comprehensive data management.
Analyzing satellite images for geological classification.
Converting data between formats to ensure compatibility across platforms.
Cleaning and analyzing datasets to maintain data integrity.
Creating 2D and 3D visualizations to enhance spatial analysis.
Writing daily status reports to support decision-making by higher management.
Delivering presentations and updates on work progress to higher management.
Maintaining Power BI dashboards to visualize and track key metrics.

GIS & Information Management Officer

Handicap International, Islamabad (Pakistan) · Abbottabad, Pakistan
Nov 2023 - Feb 2024 · 3 months

▪ Develop data collection forms and corresponding databases for multiple data formats. ▪ Supervise data entry and ensure databases remain accurate, current, and quality-controlled. ▪ Centralize, process, and analyze data, including automated quality checks and data extraction. ▪ Perform database calculations, backups, and archiving throughout project lifecycles. ▪ Implement measures to improve data quality and ensure compliance with data protection standards. ▪ Manage and monitor the Complaint Feedback Response Management (CFRM) system. ▪ Support emergency preparedness and adapt workflows for effective response. ▪ Design and manage databases and geodatabases; collect, analyze, and present geographic information. ▪ Convert paper maps to GIS datasets and maintain organized GIS data storage. ▪ Develop GIS analysis tools, produce visual reports, and manage a digital map library. ▪ Apply professional skills in project evaluation, monitoring, and continuous improvement.

GIS & Information Management Officer

Handicap International, Islamabad (Pakistan)
Nov 2023 - Feb 2024 · 3 months

Developing data collection forms and corresponding databases for multiple data formats.
Supervising data entry and ensuring databases remain accurate, current, and quality-controlled.
Centralizing, processing, and analyzing data, including automated quality checks and data extraction.
Performing database calculations, backups, and archiving throughout project lifecycles.
Implementing measures to improve data quality and ensure compliance with data protection standards.
Managing and monitoring the Complaint Feedback Response Management (CFRM) system.
Supporting emergency preparedness and adapting workflows for effective response.
Designing and managing databases and geodatabases; collecting, analyzing, and presenting geographic information.
Converting paper maps to GIS datasets and maintaining organized GIS data storage.
Developing GIS analysis tools, producing visual reports, and managing a digital map library.
Applying professional skills in project evaluation, monitoring, and continuous improvement.

GIS Analyst/Programmer

Ministry of Climate Change, Islamabad (Pakistan) · Abbottabad, Pakistan
Apr 2020 - Nov 2022 · 2 years 7 months

▪ Developing GIS applications for forestry and wildlife projects, which have helped in the efficient management and monitoring of resources. ▪ Design and develop a database for forest and wildlife interventions under the 10 Billion Tree Tsunami programme, which has facilitated the tracking and reporting of progress. ▪ Monitoring and evaluating various forest, wildlife, and zoological activities all over Pakistan, has helped in identifying areas for improvement and ensuring compliance with regulations. ▪ Coordinate with Forest and Wildlife GIS Departments all over Pakistan for the development of a Web GIS portal and Digital Progress Reporting System (DPRS), which has facilitated the sharing of information and data among stakeholders. ▪ Conducting field surveys for data collection using GPS, which ensured accurate and reliable data for analysis. ▪ Ensure quality assurance of both spatial and non-spatial data collected from all over Pakistan, which has resulted in reliable and consistent data for analysis and decision-making. ▪ Creating maps of spatial data and integrating non-spatial data with spatial data using GIS, which has helped in better visualizing and understanding the data. ▪ Conducting spatial analysis using vector data and satellite imagery, which has helped in identifying patterns, trends, and relationships among variables. ▪ Completed office file work and report writing, which ensured effective communication of findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

GIS Analyst/Programmer

Ministry of Climate Change, Islamabad (Pakistan)
Apr 2020 - Nov 2022 · 2 years 7 months

Developing GIS applications for forestry and wildlife projects, which have helped in the efficient management and monitoring of resources.
Designing and developing a database for forest and wildlife interventions under the 10 Billion Tree Tsunami programme, which has facilitated the tracking and reporting of progress.
Monitoring and evaluating various forest, wildlife, and zoological activities all over Pakistan, has helped in identifying areas for improvement and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Coordinating with Forest and Wildlife GIS Departments all over Pakistan for the development of a Web GIS portal and Digital Progress Reporting System (DPRS), which has facilitated the sharing of information and data among stakeholders.
Conducting field surveys for data collection using GPS, which ensured accurate and reliable data for analysis.
Ensuring quality assurance of both spatial and non-spatial data collected from all over Pakistan, which has resulted in reliable and consistent data for analysis and decision-making.
Creating maps of spatial data and integrating non-spatial data with spatial data using GIS, which has helped in better visualizing and understanding the data.
Conducting spatial analysis using vector data and satellite imagery, which has helped in identifying patterns, trends, and relationships among variables.
Completed office file work and report writing, which ensured effective communication of findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Assistant Manager GIS

Albayrak · Abbottabad, Pakistan
Mar 2019 - Apr 2020 · 1 year

▪ Tracked and monitored vehicles during washing, sweeping, waste collection, and waste dumping, which has helped ensure timely completion of tasks. ▪ Generated daily reports of washing, sweeping, waste collection, and other related statistics related to vehicles, which has provided valuable insights for monitoring and evaluation. ▪ Coordinated with field Assistant Managers and workshop shift in charge in case of issues, which has helped in resolving issues quickly and efficiently. ▪ Dealt with contractors and clients, including the Rawalpindi Waste Management Company, which has ensured effective communication and collaboration. ▪ Conducted field surveys occasionally to gather location data, such as the location of containers, which contributed to the accuracy of the data. ▪ Assisted the Deputy Manager in making reports and presentations, which has facilitated effective communication of findings and recommendations. ▪ Created maps in case of presentations to clients, seminars, and awareness drives, which has facilitated better visualization and understanding of the data. ▪ Made contact with tracking service providers in case of issues in the tracking of vehicles and portal issues and called for inspection of vehicles if their trackers were not working, which has ensured the smooth functioning of the tracking system and efficient completion of tasks.

Assistant Manager GIS

Albayrak Waste Management, Rawalpindi (Pakistan)
Mar 2019 - Apr 2020 · 1 year 1 month

Tracked and monitored vehicles during washing, sweeping, waste collection, and waste dumping, which has helped ensure timely completion of tasks.
Generated daily reports of washing, sweeping, waste collection, and other related statistics related to vehicles, which has provided valuable insights for monitoring and evaluation.
Coordinated with field Assistant Managers and workshop shift in charge in case of issues, which has helped in resolving issues quickly and efficiently.
Dealt with contractors and clients, including the Rawalpindi Waste Management Company, which has ensured effective communication and collaboration.
Conducted field surveys occasionally to gather location data, such as the location of containers, which contributed to the accuracy of the data.
Assisted the Deputy Manager in making reports and presentations, which has facilitated effective communication of findings and recommendations.
Created maps in case of presentations to clients, seminars, and awareness drives, which has facilitated better visualization and understanding of the data.
Made contact with tracking service providers in case of issues in the tracking of vehicles and portal issues and called for inspection of vehicles if their trackers were not working, which has ensured the smooth functioning of the tracking system and efficient completion of tasks.

GIS Specialist

Internationa Aramoon Company Limited · Al Hamra, Saudi Arabia
Oct 2015 - Oct 2018 · 3 years

▪ Successfully led GIS projects in Mecca and Dammam, overseeing all aspects from data collection to final mapping using ArcGIS. ▪ Developed accurate and reliable GIS databases by collecting, processing, and quality-assuring data. ▪ Digitized water pipeline networks from As-builts and performed quality assurance checks using field surveys and ArcGIS Water Utility Network Editing and Analysis extension, resulting in the precise large scale mapping of water pipeline chambers for excavation purposes. ▪ Prepared reports and presentations by adding maps, tables, charts, graphs, and statistical information extracted from ArcGIS, effectively communicating project results to stakeholders. ▪ Trained and mentored GIS technicians, enhancing team skills and capabilities. ▪ Utilized georeferencing and scanning techniques to convert hardcopy maps to digital format and export data to different formats, improving data accessibility and usability. ▪ Produced and print maps of all sizes for field survey purposes using a plotter (HP Designjet T2500 ePrinter), facilitating efficient and accurate data collection.

GIS Specialist

Aramoon, Mecca (Saudi Arabia)
Oct 2015 - Oct 2018 · 3 years

Successfully led GIS projects in Mecca and Dammam, overseeing all aspects from data collection to final mapping using ArcGIS.
Developed accurate and reliable GIS databases by collecting, processing, and quality-assuring data.
Digitized water pipeline networks from As-builts and performed quality assurance checks using field surveys and ArcGIS Water Utility Network Editing and Analysis extension, resulting in the precise large-scale mapping of water pipeline chambers for excavation purposes.
Prepared reports and presentations by adding maps, tables, charts, graphs, and statistical information extracted from ArcGIS, effectively communicating project results to stakeholders.
Trained and mentored GIS technicians, enhancing team skills and capabilities.
Utilized georeferencing and scanning techniques to convert hardcopy maps to digital format and export data to different formats, improving data accessibility and usability.
Produced and printed maps of all sizes for field survey purposes using a plotter (HP Designjet T2500 ePrinter), facilitating efficient and accurate data collection.

Internee

LMKR, Islamabad (Pakistan)
Oct 2014 - Feb 2015 · 4 months

Georeferencing and digitizing maps, showcasing GIS and geological proficiency.
Ensured precise well locations through validation using ArcGIS and Google Earth.
Extracted valuable insights from numerous field reports, contributing significantly to project success.
Maintained quality control by validating maps, Excel data, and well logs.

Trainee

NCEG, Peshawar (Pakistan)
Apr 2012 - Dec 2012 · 8 months

Extensive field surveys, demonstrating strong skills in sample collection, geologic feature study, and mapping.
Utilized ArcGIS and satellite images to enhance mapping accuracy in creating base maps for geological surveys.
Prepared detailed reports and conducted microscopic studies on rock samples, ensuring comprehensive geological analysis.
Identified and mapped hydrocarbon-generating rocks, showcasing expertise in geological analysis.
Contributed significantly to oil and gas exploration by developing a geodatabase, mapping 80% of the project area, and discovering new oil seepages.

Skills

Microsoft Office Python Attention to Detail Google Earth Remote Sensing ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS Parcel Fabric ArcGIS Enterprise ArcGIS Online ENVI Erdas Imagine Global Mapper Multi Spec Pix4D QGIS Spatial Data Analysis Urban and Regional Planning GIS Geospatial Data Management and GIS Data Quality Control (QA/QC) Geodatabase Design and Management Map Production and Cartography Infrastructure and Utility Mapping Environmental and Geological Data Analysis and Mapping Adaptability to embrace new technologies Data Visualization and Reporting Team Collaboration Technical Problem Solving Critical Thinking and Analysis GPS & Survey Data Processing Spatial Decision Support Systems AutoCAD Civil 3D Google SketchUp SQL Survey CTO Kobo Tool Box PowerBI Canva Spatial Modeling and Analysis Satellite Image Processing 3D GIS Modeling Geospatial Data Integration and GIS Data Conversion Geospatial Data Visualization GIS for Industrial City Development Site Suitability and Land Use Analysis Dashboards and Web Applications Inter-departmental Coordination for Data and Information sharing Site Monitoring Data collection and Reporting Project Coordination and Management Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration Time management skills Excellent Verbal & Communication skills Commitment to continuous learning Geospatial Data Management GIS Data Quality Control QA/QC Geodatabase Design Geodatabase Management Map Production Cartography Infrastructure Mapping Utility Mapping Environmental Data Analysis Geological Data Analysis Data Visualization Reporting GPS Survey Data Processing SurveyCTO KoboToolbox Power BI Spatial Modeling Spatial Analysis Geospatial Data Integration GIS Data Conversion Site Suitability Analysis Land Use Analysis Dashboards
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