Data visualization Jobs in Newark, NJ

Job Description

AECOM is actively growing the NYC Transportation Planning practice and is seeking a creative, highly talented Transportation Data Analysis and Visualization Specialist within the Transportation Business Line. The successful candidate will have experience overseeing and developing planning projects focused on using data analytics, transportation/transit planning, benchmarking, and financial analysis in support of capital program tracking, budgeting, and sequencing projects and capital programs for various federal/State/City agency clients in the NY Metropolitan Region.

In this role, you can expect to:

• Lead efforts to collect, organize, analyze, and visualize transportation data to support agency decision-making for infrastructure projects within the New York Metro area.
• Develop frameworks and execute coding of data analysis for large-scale data sources, including ETL processes and data platform integration.
• Create intuitive dashboards and reports using Power BI, Tableau, and other visualization platforms to support design, maintenance, planning, and budgeting departments.
• Serve as primary interface with clients and regulatory personnel on complex projects and business development initiatives.
• Manage financial modeling, cost controls, capital programming, and performance tracking to support regulatory agency requirements and project delivery.
• Coordinate and direct project field and data collection efforts, including client visits and field activities as necessary.
• Develop and deliver high-quality proposals, manage interdisciplinary teams, and produce comprehensive report deliverables.
• Maintain, update, and integrate legacy systems (CPAS, Oracle ERP, PRINTS AUX, ECMS, FTA TrAMs) to automate capital project data reporting.
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff and provide technical support to Project Managers and Planning Department personnel.
• Proactively enforce a culture of high-quality work and Health & Safety standards within the team.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in data analytics and transportation planning.
• Support design-bid-build and design-build infrastructure projects and collaborate across AECOM offices and business lines.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in civil engineering, environmental science, economics, statistics, data science, urban planning, natural resources, or an earth science-related field plus 8 years of experience of demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education.
• Experience with the ETL process and programming language for data analysis, like SQL/Python/R.
• Experience with New York Metro agencies including Metro North, MTA, PANYNJ, NJT.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years industry experience, preferably with data analytics and data modeling.
• Certification in project management (i.e. - PMP or similar).
• Experience with large-scale data sets.
• Experience with the ETL process and programming language for data analysis, like SQL/Python/R.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY December 29, 2026.

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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 2025. 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.