Job Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

About AECOM’s Environment Business Line
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.

AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects span a variety of market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems.

AECOM's  Digital Delivery team is seeking a well-rounded GIS Specialist II  to join our Oakland, CA office within our Environmental Permitting and Planning department. This will be a hybrid position, and candidates should be within commuting distance to Oakland, CA.

As the newest member of our team, you’ll dive into a collaborative environment where group problem-solving is part of our culture. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a team-oriented environment but also seeks autonomy to drive independent projects with confidence. You should enjoy solving problems with GIS software applications and other creative technical solutions and thrive in a fast-paced and challenging workplace that will impact public infrastructure and the environment.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Extensive use of ArcGIS Pro for data analysis and cartographic production. Use of ArcGIS Online for mobile field data collection, web maps, authoritative datasets, and integration with ArcGIS Pro.
• Manage tasks and time accordingly for multiple simultaneous projects with competing deadlines using task tracking system.
• Work independently and collaboratively with a team of GIS professionals and adhere to AECOM’s GIS standards: folder structure and data standards.
• Troubleshoot and devise new approaches with minimal guidance.
• Cross-discipline coordination: Work closely with project teams and clients to understand project needs and deliver GIS solutions of moderate to significant scope and complexity.
• Some project tasks include biological permitting to support infrastructure and utility projects, species habitat modeling, impact analyses and associated calculations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2 years of relevant experience or equivalency of experience and/or education demonstrating proficiency in ArcGIS Pro.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Strongly Preferred

Qualifications

:

• 4+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and/or Portal, and mobile field data collection.
• Technical knowledge of geographic concepts, including coordinate systems, data collection methods, spatial data management, analysis, data visualization, cartographic design, and figure production.
• A team player with demonstrated GIS competence who is looking to grow their technical skills.
• Ability to independently manage time on various tasks simultaneously and communicate with task leads.
• Within commuting distance to Oakland, CA.

Bonus

Qualifications

:

• Familiarity with any of the following (ArcGIS Pro):
  • Cartography: Streamlined cartographic production, advanced labeling, map series
  • Simple Arcade, SQL and/or Python expressions
  • Data conversion: experience with drafting data (CAD) and Google Earth (KMZ)
• Familiarity with any of the following (ArcGIS Online/Portal):
  • Setup and support using the FieldMaps and/or Survey 123 apps for field surveys
  • Web applications: Dashboards and Experience Builder, etc.
  • Complex Smart Forms configuration
• Scripting/programming highly regarded and/or integration of Jupyter Notebooks with ArcGIS Pro
• Literacy in responsibly using AI tools to support workflows
• Experience processing and analyzing lidar and raster data.
• Familiarity downloading and processing authoritative datasets from public data sources (vector and raster)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Suite, Excel expertise valued

Additional Information

About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options ,  well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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