Open to opportunities

31.2001° N, 29.9187° E — Alexandria, Egypt

Mahmoud MostafaGIS Expert

Building precise GIS solutions that turn complex spatial data into clear, actionable insights.

16+

Years in GIS

2009

Started mapping

6

Organizations

100%

QA-checked data

01 / About

The person behind the maps

I'm Mahmoud, a GIS Expert with over 16 years in the geospatial field since 2009. My path started as a GIS Specialist and grew into GIS Expert, Team Leader and Project Manager roles across urban planning, municipal and consulting projects in Egypt and the Gulf.

In recent years I've added programming and modern geospatial tooling — web mapping with Leaflet and Mapbox GL, spatial databases, and GeoAI workflows — so that a project doesn't stop at a printed map, but ends as a living, interactive product.

I'm currently looking to re-enter the workforce after a period of focused training and personal development, and I'm open to full-time, remote and freelance geospatial work.

Quick facts

Attr — Info
Status
Open to opportunities
Base map
Alexandria, Egypt
Experience
16+ years · 6 organizations
Work types
Full-time · Remote · Freelance
Currently exploring
GeoAI & spatial databases

Core strengths

Communication86%
Organization92%
Team player92%
Creative & innovative86%
Social86%
Meets deadlines92%
Leadership92%
Quick learner86%
Work under pressure86%
Project management92%

Languages

  • ArabicNative
  • EnglishProfessional working proficiency

02 / Services

What I can do for your project

Digitizing & Base Map Production

Converting paper plans, scans and satellite imagery into clean, topologically correct GIS layers ready for analysis.

CAD ⇄ GIS Conversion

Moving drawings between AutoCAD, XLS, CSV and GIS environments in both directions without losing geometry or attributes.

Image Processing & Georeferencing

Re-projection, georeferencing and rectification of satellite images, historic maps and scanned plans to any coordinate system.

Spatial Analysis & Network Analysis

Overlay, proximity, suitability and routing analysis of spatial and non-spatial information to answer real planning questions.

Geodatabase Design & Maintenance

Building, maintaining and updating GIS databases with consistent coding, domains and municipal-standard schemas.

Interactive Web Maps

Custom 2D and 3D web maps with Leaflet, Mapbox GL JS and the Google Maps API — styled, fast and mobile friendly.

Data Extraction & Geocoding

Pulling data from OpenStreetMap and other sources into SHP, GeoJSON, KML or CSV, plus batch geocoding of address lists.

QA, Audits & Team Leadership

Spatial accuracy checks, attribute completeness audits, field verification, and leading GIS teams through delivery.

03 / Capabilities

Skills & Expertise

16+ years of hands-on GIS experience across desktop analysis, web mapping, data processing, and team leadership.

Industry-standard desktop GIS platforms used for spatial data creation, editing, analysis, and cartographic production.

ArcGIS

Expert

Expert-level proficiency in Esri's ArcGIS suite (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro). Used extensively for spatial analysis, geodatabase design, cartographic output, network analysis, and geoprocessing workflows across 16+ years of professional projects.

Spatial AnalysisGeodatabaseGeoprocessingCartography

QGIS

Expert

Advanced open-source GIS for desktop mapping, spatial queries, raster/vector processing, and plugin development. Regularly used as a cost-effective alternative to ArcGIS for client deliverables and data exports.

Open SourceVector/RasterPluginsData Export

GeoAI

Intermediate

Applied AI and machine learning techniques within GIS workflows — including automated feature extraction, land cover classification, and intelligent spatial pattern recognition using ArcGIS GeoAI toolsets.

Machine LearningFeature ExtractionClassification

AutoCAD Map

Advanced

Skilled in converting CAD drawings (DWG/DXF) to GIS-compatible formats, aligning engineering plans with georeferenced spatial layers, and maintaining data consistency between CAD and GIS environments.

CAD to GISDWG/DXFGeoreferencing

Google Earth

Expert

Proficient in Google Earth Pro for satellite image digitization, KML/KMZ data management, field verification overlays, and visual presentation of geographic data to non-technical stakeholders.

Satellite ImageryKML/KMZField Verification

MapInfo

Advanced

Experienced in MapInfo Professional for desktop mapping, thematic analysis, and generating spatial reports for urban planning and infrastructure projects.

Thematic MapsUrban PlanningSpatial Reports

04 / Career

Work Experience

A 14-year journey from GIS Analyst to Expert — spanning data management, web mapping, team leadership, and international freelance delivery.

6 positions·2010 – Present

Led GIS data operations for a major capital investment firm, maintaining high-accuracy spatial datasets aligned with municipal standards. Served as the primary GIS authority for all mapping, verification, and reporting deliverables across large-scale urban development projects.

  • Digitized and updated geographic data from paper plans and engineering drawings into structured GIS layers with full attribute tables
  • Prepared professional-grade reports, thematic maps, and spatial visualizations to communicate project findings to executive stakeholders and planning committees
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with urban planners, civil engineers, architects, and surveyors to ensure GIS data accurately reflected on-the-ground conditions
  • Verified and maintained strict consistency between GIS digital datasets and official paper plans, flagging and resolving all discrepancies
  • Conducted spatial accuracy audits on all GIS layers using coordinate verification methods and cross-referencing with georeferenced satellite imagery
  • Checked attribute data for completeness, coding consistency, field value standards, and adherence to municipal data models
  • Performed sample audits and led field verification missions to confirm data accuracy and spatial correctness in the field
  • Ensured 100% compliance of all GIS datasets with municipal and regulatory spatial data standards before formal submission

05 / Reviews

What clients say

Feedback from the people I've delivered for — municipal GIS teams, planning consultancies and international freelance clients.

5.0 average · 6 reviews

Eng. Sara El-DinUrban Planning Engineer · Alexandria
“Mahmoud rebuilt our entire city base map ahead of schedule — clean layers, consistent coding and zero surprises in the QA review. He's the rare GIS specialist who thinks like a project manager.”
Daniel R.Project Manager · Upwork client, USA
“One of the most reliable freelancers we've worked with. Communication was clear, deadlines were always met, and the geocoding work was spot on. We hired him again the following month.”
M. Al-OtaibiGIS Supervisor · Riyadh
“He turned years of scattered CAD drawings into a proper geodatabase our whole department now relies on daily. Training our team on it was included — above and beyond.”
Laila H.Product Owner · Dubai
“The interactive web map Mahmoud delivered became the centerpiece of our portal. Fast, mobile-friendly and exactly what our stakeholders asked for — without having to explain GIS to him twice.”
Ahmed K.Projects Director · Alexandria
“As a team leader, Mahmoud kept GIS production running smoothly through tight municipal deadlines while never letting data quality slip. Any organization would be lucky to have him.”
Omar F.Consulting Engineer · Cairo
“Accurate, organized and genuinely easy to work with. The spatial analysis he prepared directly shaped our master plan recommendations.”

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06 / Education

Education & training

Geographic Information Systems Diploma

The Arab Academy for Science and Technology

2009 – 2010 — Grade: A+

Bachelor of Arts — Geographic Information Systems

Faculty of Arts, Alexandria University

2005 – 2009

IC3 — Internet & Computer Core Certification

Certification

2010 — Grade: A

Practical Training in GIS

Bibliotheca Alexandrina — Alex Med, GIS & Database Unit

1 July 2009 – 31 August 2009, Library of Alexandria.

Practical Training on Surveying Devices

Field surveying

Hands-on training with Level, Theodolite and Total Station instruments.

07 / Off the map

Hobbies & interests

When I'm not building maps, these keep me balanced — a mix of creativity, movement and quiet time.

Art & Design

Movies

Fishing

Working out

Hanging out

Reading

Swimming

Drawing

08 / Contact

Let's put your project on the map

Available for full-time roles, remote work and freelance geospatial projects. Reach out and I'll get back to you quickly.