GIS Specialist III

Company 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 Buildings + Places: 

Our Buildings + Places practice includes architecture, interiors, building and system engineering, urbanism and planning (landscape design), strategy +, economics, technology solutions, asset advisory, and cost and program management.  This team assists our clients from strategy through project realization, creating positive outcomes for those who occupy and use the buildings and environments we help to create.  Our Orange studio focuses on the Commercial/Corporate, Science and Technology, Higher Education, and Federal market sectors.  We look to combine beauty, sustainability, resiliency, and innovation in our projects and believe these values can be instilled in any project regardless of size or budget. 

AECOM is seeking an experienced GIS Specialist to be based in Orange, CA.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Works independently with minimal supervision.
• Designing and programming of databases.
• Design and programming is needed for each project and can also be task specific.
• Hands-on experience with ESRI toolsets including: ArcServer, ArcGIS Desktop, and ArcGIS Pro.
• Uses more advanced levels within the ArcGIS software platforms such as Batch Reviewer and Model Builder.
• May direct the work of Level I and II GIS Specialists. Responsibilities could include overall project or task management.
• Independently executes and delivers GIS projects of moderate to significant scope and complexity.
• Performs a self-check of work products prior to submitting to others.
• Extensive experience in geospatial data collection, spatial analysis, GIS data conversion and maintenance, and cartography.
• Proficiency in database programming languages such as SQL and Python, enabling effective management and analysis of spatial data.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelors degree plus 4 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred requirements:

• Experience with ArcGIS Software, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Desktop.
• Experience with geoprocessing tasks using Esri Model Builder and Batch Reviewer. 
• Geospatial data collection, spatial analysis, GIS data conversion and maintenance, and cartography

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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.