Organizational Psychologist

AECOM is seeking an Organizational Psychologist to support the growth our Organizational Dynamics expertise within the Strategy & Transformation practice in Toronto. Were specifically looking for someone that is passionate about the human aspect of project delivery recognizes that project success relies on the behaviors of the people delivering those projects and is excited to explore ways for developing high-performing teams.

Were looking for someone that has a rare blend of real-world experience and theory a passion for challenging traditional wisdom the right mix of boardroom polish and grassroots hustle and is comfortable blurring the lines between the rigor and the creative.

You will join our multidisciplinary team of talented strategists designers architects data analysts and other organizational specialists to support projects which encompass world class corporations agencies institutions and local and federal governments.

This is a newly created position.

Is this role right for you

Your role as an Organizational Psychologist will vary from project to project relationship to relationship and may include:

• Helping clients to shape and act on change strategies for complex organizational challenges to capitalize on value-creating opportunities

• Assess organizational capabilities structures and processes and develop the future capabilities competencies and critical roles that enable an organizations 5-10 year strategy

• Design and activate organizational interventions to encourage collaboration across siloed organizations

• Generate new opportunities by thinking creatively about financial and operational impacts risks experiments data and other drivers

• Translate behavioural research into insights that can be easily communicated to your collaborators and clients to inspire possible solutions

• Craft research plans comprised of interviews workshops analogous industries and organizations to understand an organizations working dynamics and surface opportunity areas

• Shape and act on change strategies that may start small and lead to long-term impact at scale

• Design tools methodologies and frameworks that address strategic and organizational issues and foster new ways of thinking and working

• Shape AECOMs perspective on organizational strategy we like to push the edges in all aspects of our work

About You

You ask thought provoking questions are comfortable wading into ambiguous problems can take ownership are a critical thinker and have specialized experience in one or more of the following areas and possesses a broader comfort and ability to work within many of these areas:

• Organizational psychology behavioural economics and change management

• Workforce planning operations and capability development human resources

• Management consulting and / or corporate strategy

• Data analytics & modeling

• User research synthesis of qualitative data and generating insights

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors and/or masters degree in a related field including but not limited to industrial/organizational psychology business administration behavioural science or human resources and 4 years of experience in organization design collaborative behavioral assessments change management and developing and implementing new ways of thinking and working or demonstrated equivalency of experience and education

Preferred Requirements

• Ideally 6 or more years experience in organization design collaborative behavioral assessments change management and developing and implementing new ways of thinking and working

• Experience in other consulting firms or management consultancies

• Experience in the built environment infrastructure or architecture and engineering industry

• Membership to the Canadian Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (CSIOP) or similar international accreditation

• Successfully applied organizational psychology or behavioural economics principles in past projects

Application Instructions

The following materials are required for your application to be considered

• Resume

• Cover letter (yes we read them!) explaining why you are interested in AECOM and Strategy & Transformation and how your skills and experience align to this opportunity

• Project Example - To get to know you and your experience better attach an example of work that youre proud to help us understand your process learnings & insights why you made particular decisions and most importantly what was interesting or unexpected! Be visual because the majority of communication with clients is visual and keep it to a max of 4 pages fewer slides will not be penalized

Please combine all the documents into a single file and upload it in the resume field.

What We Offer

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity diversity and inclusion a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits well-being programs to support you and your family and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts planners designers engineers scientists consultants program and construction managers leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and lets get started.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

Additional Information :

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 .

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 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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening assessment and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills
EMR Systems,Presentation Skills,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Data Collection,Intake Experience,Primary Care Experience,Autism Experience,Research Experience,Mental Health Counseling,Psychotherapy,PTSD Care,Addiction Counseling
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1