Geospatial Analyst

AECOM•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Geospatial Analyst to join its U.S. West Planning + Urbanism team. The role supports planning and multidisciplinary projects by developing, analyzing, and managing spatial data and translating complex information into actionable insights and clear project deliverables, including maps, charts, tables, infographics, technical documentation, and written materials. Applicants are expected to have experience with long-range planning and be able to interpret zoning or development regulations. Creativity and critical thinking are important because projects vary widely. The analyst applies GIS technologies and spatial analysis techniques to planning, design, environmental, infrastructure, and operational projects, working with project managers, planners, designers, and technical specialists. The position is hybrid and based out of AECOM's Chicago or Dallas office. The successful candidate will work across multiple projects, manage priorities and schedules, and contribute to improved geospatial workflows, tools, and practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Science, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline, and four years of experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Demonstrated experience using GIS and geospatial analysis tools.
Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro and the Esri platform.
Experience working with vector and raster geospatial datasets.
Strong understanding of coordinate systems, projections, spatial data structures, and geospatial data management.
Ability to produce accurate, clear, and professional cartographic products.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate within multidisciplinary project teams.
Experience with long-range planning and ability to interpret zoning or development regulations.
Applicants must be able to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship; the position will not offer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Urban Planning, Geographic Information Systems, or a related discipline.
Experience with ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, Field Maps, Survey123, Experience Builder, or Dashboards.
Experience with Python, ArcPy, SQL, FME, ModelBuilder, or other GIS automation tools.
Familiarity with QGIS, PostGIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or other engineering and geospatial software.
Experience with remote sensing, aerial imagery, satellite imagery, LiDAR, or terrain analysis.
Knowledge of spatial databases and enterprise GIS environments.
Experience supporting infrastructure, transportation, environmental, utilities, water, energy, or government projects.
Familiarity with data governance, metadata standards, and GIS quality assurance/quality control practices.
Esri technical certification, GISP certification, or related professional credentials.

Responsibilities

Perform geospatial analysis, data development, mapping, and visualization for multidisciplinary projects.
Create, maintain, and manage vector, raster, imagery, and tabular geospatial datasets.
Develop maps, figures, dashboards, and other geospatial products for technical reports, presentations, and client deliverables.
Conduct spatial queries, geoprocessing, suitability, proximity, and network analyses, and other advanced GIS workflows.
Support spatial data collection, quality assurance, validation, and documentation.
Integrate data from internal and external sources, including GPS/GNSS, CAD, remote sensing, imagery, and enterprise databases.
Use ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related Esri applications to develop and maintain geospatial solutions.
Assist with web GIS applications, dashboards, story maps, field data collection solutions, and enterprise GIS environments.
Automate repeatable GIS processes using Python, ModelBuilder, SQL, or related tools where appropriate.
Maintain metadata, data standards, naming conventions, and quality-control procedures.
Coordinate with technical teams to understand project requirements and recommend suitable geospatial methodologies.
Support preparation of client deliverables, technical documentation, and project presentations.
Contribute to continuous improvement of geospatial workflows, tools, and best practices.
Work across multiple projects while managing priorities, schedules, and quality expectations.