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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Strategist for our practice in Toronto. Strategy is AECOMs design-led management consulting studio that operates at the intersection of Business Transformation Organizational Dynamics and Place Strategy. Were looking for someone who is comfortable blurring the lines between strategy business people and the built environment; someone who can integrate qualitative and quantitative data is a strong communicator and is adept at tackling diverse projects across various industries. The ideal candidate is highly motivated engagingly collaborative and possesses exceptional analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
You will join our multidisciplinary team of talented strategists organizational designers change managers architects data analysts organizational psychologists planners and designers to support projects that encompass world-class corporations agencies institutions universities and colleges as well as local and federal government.
Some of Our Work
- Toronto Parking Authority Business Transformation Digital Strategy
- Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Hillcrest 2045 Strategic Plan
- Facility and Planning Assessment for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
- Public Service and Procurement Canada (PSPC) Smart Buildings Playbook
- U.S. National Lab Digital Twin
- Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) Integrated Human Resources Plan (IHRP)
Once You Are Here You Will
- Generate new opportunities by thinking creatively about financial and operational impacts risks experiments data and other drivers
- Be creative by bringing a new lens and angle to improve best practices.
- Be comfortable with ambiguity by collaborating with other strategists to hack together new approaches that live at the intersection of multiple disciplines
- Explore how approaches commonly adopted by corporate strategy and design might inform value creation for our clients
- Inspire specialists architects and engineers through business strategy and design practices to think and act differently
- Work closely with clients through user research visualize qualitative and quantitative data and facilitate workshops to optimize new operational or business processes.
Application Instructions
The following materials are required for your application to be considered
Resume Cover letter (yes we read them!) explaining why you are interested in AECOM and Strategy and how your skills and experience align with this opportunity Project Example
To get to know you and your experience better attach an example of work that youre proud to help us understand your process learnings & insights why you made certain decisions and most importantly what was interesting or unexpected! Be visual because the majority of communication with clients is visual and keep it to a max of 4 pages fewer slides will not be penalized
Qualifications :
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in business analytics computer science architecture urban planning design or another relevant field and 2 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
About You
A T-shaped individual who asks thought-provoking questions is comfortable wading into ambiguous problems and can take ownership is a critical thinker and has experience in one or more of the following areas and possesses a broader comfort and ability to work within many of these areas:
- Data analytics & statistical modeling
- Stakeholder engagement workflow mapping and scenario development
- Business transformation operational prioritization and implementation roadmaps.
- Understanding of iterative design thinking and developing solutions based on end-user pain points and goals.
- User research engaging stakeholders with surveys interviews focus groups and usability testing
- Design background in architecture urban planning space programming and interiors
Youre comfortable and ready to hit the ground running as soon as you get here and are:
- Highly collaborative communicative and a creative team player
- Comfortable in a fast-paced open and creative environment
- Able to contribute to the facilitation of workshops and presentations
- A graphical and visual organizer able to convey key messages behind the data
- A critical thinker with persuasive writing skills
- Familiar with research methodologies and processes
- Flexible and able to work on more than one project in more than one team
Technically you are skilled in one or more of the following:
- Data analytics and visualization (Excel PowerBI Tableau SQL or SPSS)
- Graphic-based software (Adobe CS specifically Photoshop Illustrator or InDesign)
- Design and planning software (Revit Autocad Bluebeam GIS or Figma)
- Research software (Qualtrics Survey Monkey Google forms or NVivo)
- Collaborative platforms (Miro or Mural)
- Using AI software to assist with content generation and research methodologies ChatGPT MidJourney
- Microsoft Office (specifically Word and PowerPoint)
It would be a bonus if you are:
- Experience in entrepreneurship team / practice building within large consulting firms / organizations
- Skilled in graphic design and visual communication
- Experienced in infrastructure / the built environment
- Have been a part of digital transformation
Additional Information :
- Relocation is not available for this position.
- Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization 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 .
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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
