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Job Description

The Federal Planning Group of AECOM is actively seeking a versatile, self-motivated, independent GIS Specialist for immediate employment in Arlington, VA or Virginia Beach, VA offices. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an excellent working knowledge of GIS for site planning and analysis with a detail-oriented approach to cartographic design and spatial analysis. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced and challenging work environment with a chance to contribute to projects for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other Federal Agency clients.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ability to work independently and with other GIS staff to support a wide range of site analysis and planning projects.
• Work closely with project teams and clients to understand project needs and deliver GIS solutions of moderate to significant scope and complexity.
• Analyzes technical problems and devises new approaches and alternative solutions.
• Processes and analyzes raster and vector geospatial data in support of clients and staff including master planners, engineers, and architects.
• Performs geospatial analyzes.
• Reviews data for currency, accuracy, quality, or completeness of documentation and metadata
• Ensures that information management quality assurance procedures comply with AECOM, DoD and other Federal standards and procedures.
• Provides documentation on the source and evolution of spatial data.
• Creates, collects, converts, analyses, and integrates geospatial and non-spatial datasets in accordance with industry standards.
• Creates, edits, and maintains geospatial databases and metadata on multiple simultaneous projects.
• Produces a variety of mapping products for presentations, reports, and other documents.
• This role will likely require a Security Clearance based upon client requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, or related field plus two (2) years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in a similar GIS multidisciplinary project support role
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance when required by the client
• Excellent understanding of the ESRI suite of products
• Excellent cartography and graphic design skills
• Experience using CAD and GIS for site planning and design
• Technical knowledge of geographic concepts, including coordinate systems, data collection methods, spatial data management, analysis, data visualization and cartographic design
• Strong technical ability, with excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to provide innovative solutions to problems applying sound spatial analysis and data management practices.
• Adaptable team member, happy to work autonomously in dynamic work environments.
• Certified GISP

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

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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. 

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