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Job Description
Job Summary
AECOM is actively seeking a highly talented, energetic technology-minded professional to join our Enterprise Capabilities group. The Geospatial Admin will support both internal and external clients within the Environment, Transportation and Water Business lines in the Americas, and assist the Technology Services Group to manage and administrate specialized GIS hosting environments. This position will support a wide variety of AECOM projects, including municipal infrastructure and asset management, environmental permitting, construction, site assessments, inspections, energy infrastructure development, water resources, transportation systems, and more. A successful candidate will work both independently and in close coordination with various AECOM staff and project teams to develop, deploy and support GIS AGOL/Portal mobile/web solutions critical to successful project delivery.
This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with three days per week required in the office and the remaining days available for remote work. We have offices in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Gather and review technical requirements to meet data collection, development standards and implement quality assurance procedures.
Assist with the design, deploy and manage geospatial applications for AGOL/Portal, Cityworks ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, Workforce, Dashboards, StoryMaps, AppStudio, and Power Automate Reporting.
Maintain applications using ArcGIS Server 10.x, Portal 10.X, and ArcGIS Online (AGOL).
As part of a team maintain mobile and web applications that utilize JavaScript, JavaScript API 3,X/4.X, HTML5, JSON/GeoJSON, Google Maps API or similar platforms.
Utilize Python, Model Builder, Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft Flow, and other commonly used scripting tools to automate workflows and streamline routine processes and tasks.
Work with teams to manage and deploy SDE geospatial databases on SQL Server.
Maintain quality assurance of spatial and non-spatial data and processes as per defined standards.
Maintain knowledge in existing and emerging GIS mobile/web related software and technologies.
Apply attention to detail with proactive and resourceful problem-solving skills.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Social Science, Environmental Science, Data Science, or related field and 6 years of relevant professional and progressively responsible experience in Enterprise GIS, web systems development, programming, administration, and management or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Preferred Qualifications
ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Online (AGOL)/Portal administration experience.
GIS Web Service creation and GIS Web App experience (ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal), ArcGIS Online)
SQL Server experience (Queries, Views, Stored Procedures, Triggers).
Experience designing and deploying geospatial mobile applications for ArcGIS Field Maps, Smart Forms, Survey123, Workforce, Dashboards, StoryMaps, AppStudio, and Power Automate Reporting.
Experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud infrastructure
Experience developing and maintain mobile and web applications that utilize JavaScript, JavaScript API 3.X/4.X, HTML5, JSON/GeoJSON, Google Maps API or similar platforms.
Programming experience with Python, JaveScript and SQL.
Experience with webhooks and automation.
Experience applying SSRS, Crystal Reports, and Power BI to generate reports.
Asset Management System experience is desirable.
Experience with ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Pro.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment.
Additional Information
What we offer:
- Information Management Career Pathway in an international Digital team
- Collaboration opportunities with AECOM global regions
- Experience working with diverse teams across AECOM Enterprise Capabilities
- Competitive compensation
- Great team culture and learning opportunities
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.
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