Professional Utility Infrastructure Mapping & Asset Management
Location: Ashmont/Peabody Square Area, Dorchester, MA
Area Covered: 3-block mixed residential/commercial district
Assets Mapped: Utility poles, overhead distribution lines, street infrastructure, commercial buildings
Coordinate System: Local reference system with real-world measurements
Data Collection: Google Earth Pro field survey simulation with GPS coordinate extraction
CAD Development: Professional layer management, precise coordinate placement, technical documentation
GIS Integration: AutoCAD to QGIS workflow demonstrating industry-standard data exchange
This project directly demonstrates the core competencies required for the GIS Supervisor position:
Demonstrated seamless workflow between AutoCAD 2026 and QGIS, including coordinate system management and data export/import processes.
Created systematic utility pole inventory with Asset IDs, location coordinates, and technical specifications following utility industry standards.
Applied understanding of electrical distribution infrastructure including pole placement, overhead line routing, and service connections.
Implemented coordinate verification, layer management standards, and systematic documentation throughout the project workflow.
Selected 3-block area in Dorchester's Ashmont/Peabody Square district using Google Earth Pro. Identified utility poles, measured distances using Google Earth's ruler tool, and created systematic asset inventory with GPS coordinates. Established P-001 as reference point for local coordinate system.
Set up professional layer structure following utility industry standards. Created precise coordinate system and imported measured pole locations. Developed utility network with overhead power lines connecting mapped infrastructure. Added street centerlines and building context for complete site representation.
Exported AutoCAD data using PDF format for maximum compatibility. Successfully imported utility network into QGIS, demonstrating complete CAD-to-GIS workflow. Verified coordinate accuracy and spatial relationships in GIS environment.
Created professional screenshots showcasing both AutoCAD technical drawings and GIS integration results. Developed comprehensive project documentation including methodology, technical specifications, and portfolio presentation materials.
Challenge: Working on macOS with AutoCAD 2026 presented some compatibility considerations.
Solution: Adapted workflow to leverage Mac-native tools and found optimal export formats for cross-platform GIS integration.
Challenge: Software licensing costs and access limitations.
Solution: Utilized AutoCAD 2026 trial version combined with free QGIS software, demonstrating resourcefulness and ability to work with available tools while maintaining professional standards.
Challenge: DWG file compatibility between AutoCAD and QGIS.
Solution: Implemented PDF export workflow as an effective data exchange method, showcasing adaptability and problem-solving skills essential for GIS management roles.
Featured: Professional technical drawing with labeled utility poles, overhead power lines, street centerlines, and building footprints using industry-standard layer management and symbology.
UTILITIES-POLES: Cyan color, 0.40mm lineweight
UTILITIES-LINES-OH: Yellow color, 0.35mm lineweight
ROADS-CENTERLINE: Gray color, 0.50mm lineweight
BUILDINGS: Red color, 0.30mm lineweight
TEXT-LABELS: White color, professional labeling system
Reference Point: P-001 at local coordinates (1500, 1500)
P-002 Location: 90.02 feet at 68.29° bearing from P-001
P-003 Location: 120.31 feet at 67.95° bearing from P-002
Accuracy: Measurements derived from real-world Google Earth data
Distribution Network: Three-pole configuration with interconnected overhead lines
Pole Specifications: Standard utility poles with appropriate clearances
Line Routing: Follows street patterns and utility easements
Safety Compliance: Proper spacing and clearance considerations
Achievement: Successful AutoCAD to GIS data migration demonstrating complete workflow integration capabilities essential for utility asset management.
Export Method: PDF vector format from AutoCAD 2026
Import Process: QGIS vector layer import with coordinate preservation
Quality Control: Spatial verification and attribute validation
Result: Complete utility network with preserved topology
Spatial Data Management: Multi-layer utility infrastructure organization
Coordinate Systems: Local projection handling and coordinate transformation
Asset Visualization: Professional cartographic representation
Data Integrity: Maintained spatial relationships and topology
Attribute Management: Asset ID, location, and specification data
Spatial Indexing: Geographic organization of utility assets
Query Capabilities: Spatial and attribute-based data retrieval
Maintenance Ready: Foundation for ongoing asset management
This project demonstrates the exact workflow that Eversource GIS professionals use daily:
AutoCAD design data successfully integrated into GIS asset registries, mirroring Eversource's design control processes.
Systematic processing of infrastructure changes from CAD sources into spatial databases, matching job requirements.
Implemented verification procedures for spatial accuracy and attribute completeness, essential for utility operations.
Demonstrated expertise across AutoCAD, GIS platforms, and data integration tools as required for supervisory role.
This project demonstrates immediate readiness for the Eversource GIS Supervisor role:
Complete project documentation and technical files available for review
📋 Project Methodology (PDF) 🗂️ Asset Inventory Spreadsheet 📐 AutoCAD Drawing Files 🗺️ GIS Integration Results 📊 Technical Specifications 📑 Quality Control DocumentationThis portfolio project demonstrates hands-on experience with the exact workflows, software platforms, and technical challenges that define the GIS Supervisor role. From AutoCAD technical drawing to GIS asset management, every skill showcased directly aligns with Eversource's operational needs.
I'm excited to discuss how these demonstrated skills can contribute to Eversource's GIS operations and distribution system management goals.
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