Wayfinding Planner & Designer

AECOM is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Wayfinding Planner & Designer to join our multi-disciplinary Urbanism Planning practice. This is a chance to combine your creativity technical expertise and strategic thinking to create signage and wayfinding systems that dont just guidethey inspire. As a key member of a multidisciplinary team of planners designers and engineers the Wayfinding Planner & Designer will have two primary responsibilities: developing comprehensive wayfinding and signage systems for projects across transportation aviation healthcare education civic workplace and mixeduse environments; and identifying opportunities to grow AECOMs wayfinding practice in by monitoring emerging trends and supporting business development initiatives. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Partner with the Urbanism Planning leadership team and the Wayfinding Studio lead to identify and monitor best practices and to identify opportunities to expand AECOMs wayfinding client base and service offerings.
• Manage and/or conduct wayfinding planning including circulation analysis user experience mapping and signage program development.
• Produce detailed design intent and construction documentation ensuring compliance with ADA standards building codes and other regulatory requirements.
• Create signage typology location plans message schedules and specifications to guide fabrication and installation.
• Collaborate with architects engineers planners and other stakeholders to integrate wayfinding into the overall project design.
• Evaluate materials fabrication techniques and installation methods to ensure durability accessibility and cost-effectiveness.
• Review and coordinate deliverables with internal teams and external consultants to maintain technical accuracy and design consistency.
• Present concepts to clients and project teams clearly articulating design rationale and decision-making.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in industrial design graphic design environmental graphic design architecture urban design or a related field and 6 years of professional experience in wayfinding environmental graphic design or signage design.
• Experience with wayfinding principles human-centered design and spatial navigation.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experienced knowledge of signage materials fabrication methods and installation processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ADA guidelines building codes and permitting requirements related to signage.
• Experience developing wayfinding programs for large-scale or complex projects.
• Experience creating inclusive and accessible environments.
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively.
• Experience with presenting and ability to communicate design concepts to clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated experience in business development and proposal writing.
• Experience with Revit.

Additional Information :

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