Scott Mc Dermott
About Scott Mc Dermott
Scott McDermott is a GIS Developer-Administrator at IntelliBridge, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Ph.D. in Earth Systems and Geoinformation Sciences from George Mason University and has extensive experience in GIS and transportation planning.
Work at IntelliBridge
Scott Mc Dermott has been employed at IntelliBridge as a GIS Developer-Administrator since 2020. In this role, he operates within the Washington DC-Baltimore area, contributing to various geographic information system projects. His responsibilities include managing GIS applications and supporting the development of geospatial solutions that enhance organizational capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Scott Mc Dermott earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Earth Systems and Geoinformation Sciences from George Mason University, where he studied from 2009 to 2017. He also holds a Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning from Florida Atlantic University, obtained between 2001 and 2004. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Forestry and Wildlife at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University from 1991 to 1995.
Professional Background
Scott Mc Dermott has a diverse professional background in GIS and transportation planning. He has held various positions, including GIS Administrator at Z, INC. and Obsidian Global, LLC, as well as Transportation Specialist at the Florida Department of Transportation. His experience spans over two decades, with significant roles in both public and private sectors.
Key Projects and Contributions
In his role as a GIS Developer-Administrator, Scott Mc Dermott has made notable contributions to the U.S. Small Business Administration. He maintained the SBA HUBZone web map and enhanced its functionality using Python, GitHub, and AWS applications. He also served as the primary GIS Subject Matter Expert, managing high-visibility projects and developing an open-sourced GIS platform utilizing Geoserver, PostGIS, and QGIS.
Previous Employment History
Scott Mc Dermott has held several positions prior to his current role at IntelliBridge. He worked as a Senior Automation Engineer at Markel from 2018 to 2020, a GIS Programmer for the County of Henrico from 2005 to 2014, and a Transportation Planner at King Engineering Associates for a brief period in 2005. His career also includes a role as a Data and QA Analyst at Campus Management Corp from 1999 to 2003.