Job Description

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.

AECOM is seeking a Business Strategist for our growing Strategy+ practice in Toronto. Strategy+ is AECOM's design-led management consulting studio that operates at the intersection of Business Transformation, Organizational Dynamics, and Place Strategy. We're looking for someone who is comfortable blurring the lines between strategy and creativity, a strong communicator who can tackle diverse projects across various industries, highly motivated, engagingly collaborative, and possesses outstanding analytical and creative problem-solving skills. You will work closely with the Strategy Manager to drive and implement various project profiles, including capital planning, digital consulting, and operational transformation.

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

Work in a client-facing role within a consulting environment, understanding client needs, and translating them into actionable deliverables. Mentor and coach more junior team members on project tasks and deliverables by setting clear timelines, deliverables, and success metrics, Engage with clients through user research, visualize qualitative and quantitative data, and lead workshops to drive new ways of thinking Demonstrate task and project management skills by creating workflows on multiple projects to meet project timelines, while proactively managing scope and change requests. Be comfortable interpreting and guiding extensive data analysis to convey business opportunities and operational transformation in non-technical terms Lead through ambiguity, with other strategists, to hack together new approaches that live at the intersection of multiple disciplines Aid in business development opportunities by strategically developing financial and operational solutions, risks, experiments, data and other drivers

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, analytics, computer science, architecture, urban planning, design, or another relevant field and 4 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. You have a minimum 4+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas and possess a broader comfort and ability to work within many of these areas:

Management consulting and / or corporate strategy Data analytics & statistical modeling Urban design & planning, functional space programming, and capital planning Digital transformation, operational prioritization, and implementation roadmaps Change management, people operations, organizational design & development User research, synthesis of qualitative data and generating insights Design background in architecture, urban planning, space programming, and interiors


Technically, you are skilled in one or more 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) Microsoft Office (specifically Word and PowerPoint) Project management, planning, and scheduling Design-thinking, Lean/Agile or Prosci certified (or planning to become certified) Business model generation and business case development

It would be a bonus if you are:

Experienced 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 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.