**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** We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced GIS Manager to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As the GIS Manager, you will lead our geospatial initiatives, oversee GIS projects, and manage a team of GIS professionals. This role combines technical expertise with strong leadership skills to drive innovation and efficiency in our geospatial operations. + Oversees management of regions' GIS initiatives, GIS production, functionalities, troubleshooting, practices, and procedures. + Provides expertise and guidance and is responsible for the quality of GIS deliverables developed. + Performs in a lead capacity for model delivery and management. + Determines methods and solutions for complex GIS mapping and selects the most efficient plan for implementation. + Participates in budget/cost forecasting analysis in support of the management team. + Supports the preparation of competitive technical and commercial proposals. + Communicates project objectives, plans and status to the project team and management. Assists in the development of initial level of effort estimates necessary to cover all work within the proposed scope with minimal supervision. + Continuously monitors, evaluates, and improves GIS delivery. + Provides leadership in defining data types, relationships, constraints, and indexes for efficient querying and analysis. + Monitors team assignments and productivity. Supports management with organizing staffing/resource assignments. + Trains and develops team members including developing training plans, supervising and tracking training needs assessments, creating detailed training manuals and GIS tutorial videos, and provides advanced technical support and coaching in the use of GIS systems, software, and databases. + Manages the spatial accuracy of data representations for reliable spatial analysis. Advances and confirms data completeness and validation for reliable spatial analysis and decision-making. + Serves as a subject matter expert/primary contact to client(s) and agencies on all technical GIS matters. + Generates detailed reports including key performance indicators (KPIs). + Oversees the development of model builders and customized tools for streamlining geospatial tasks + Oversees the implementation and optimization of database design and administration processes. Manages databases to achieve accuracy and integrity of data. + Oversees management and tracks progress of, task assignments, data management, preparation of data model structures, and data transformation. + Oversees the definition of topology rules to enforce data integrity and accuracy. + Maintains a risk-adverse approach while reviewing and proposing mitigation solutions. + Collaborates with project teams for effective model integration. + Performs in an advisory capacity to senior management on related work matters. **Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred + 10+ years of experience in GIS-related roles, with a proven track record in team management + Advanced proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS and QGIS + Strong knowledge of spatial analysis, cartography, and remote sensing techniques + Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously + Demonstrated experience in geospatial data management and database administration + Proficiency in programming languages relevant to GIS (e.g., Python, SQL) + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate teams + Experience in integrating GIS with other technologies (e.g., GPS, CAD, BIM) + GIS Professional (GISP) certification preferred + Familiarity with local and regional geospatial data standards and regulations + Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment **Additional Information** **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. **ReqID:** J10134597 **Business Line:** Transportation **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** ME and Africa **Career Area:** Digital & Engineering Technology **Work Location Model:** On-Site **Legal Entity:** AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH