About the position
AECOM is seeking a Data Analytics and Visualization Manager to support the Chicago Department of Water's multi-billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This is a key position within the Applied Technologies task of the program spearheading a team in transforming engineering/operations/maintenance data into actionable insights for DWM for continuously improving public service. This position will apply data science/engineering techniques combined with a range of visualization dashboards incorporating sound principles for human computer interaction (HCI) system design; and user interface and user experience (UI/UX).
Responsibilities
• Support DWM in acquiring proper data; quality assurance of data collected and its management.
• Develop, maintain and enhance data pipelines; and support DWM with continuous data usage and transformations.
• Develop, maintain and enhance standard operation procedures.
• Conduct fit-for-purpose data analytics as required by DWM and provide required interpretations.
• Perform complex data analyses to identify trends, patterns and insights using proper data analytics models and algorithms.
• Advance deep learning of functional data using machine learning techniques.
• Lead maintenance and enhancements of existing data visualization dashboards and continually create and operationalize these visual tools to bring decision-making agility to DWM operations.
• Drive creativity and functional impact of data visualization tools and dashboards using the state-of-the-art HCI design techniques with UI/UX-centric implementation.
• Assist DWM with continually transforming their digital utility management with incremental integration of augmented and artificial intelligence.
• Provide technical oversight for implementation of projects.
• Coordinates and participates in project presentations to DWM and other external groups.
• Monitors/manages project production for compliance with schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Supervises technical professionals and guide them on program delivery commitments.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in a related field including informatics, data science, computer science, with data analytics and data visualization principles with HCI, UI/UX emphasis and 8+ years of relevant work experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Power BI, Tableau, R, Python and SQL.
• Experience in database management and data modeling.
Nice-to-haves
• Master's degree in related field and/or relevant advance certifications.
• 4+ years' experience in leading teams with up to four people.
• 6+ years of progressive experience relevant to position description.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Google UX Design; HCI certifications from universities).
• Proven interpersonal skills, including client interaction, public speaking, and persuasive ability.
• Strong project financial management along with ability to lead diverse, multi-disciplined teams.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits.
• Paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits.
• Flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance, service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan.
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