Summary of the Technical Writer/Editor job at AECOM

Company Description

AECOM is seeking a Technical Writer/Editor to be based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in Centurion. This position will support a team locally based in South Africa and Global Teams. As a part of AECOM's culture, it offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement which accommodates both office and out-of-office work schedules.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. 

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.  

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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Technical Writer/Editor to support the development, editing, and coordination of technical documents in a fast-paced team environment. This role is responsible for producing clear, accurate, and well-organized reports, specifications, and related materials while ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery across multiple projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong command of scientific and technical language, enabling the production of deliverables that uphold the highest standards of accuracy, clarity, and compliance.

Here is what you will do:

• Write, edit, proofread, and format technical reports, specifications, manuals, and other project documents.
• Coordinate document input from multiple technical disciplines to support consistency, accuracy, and completeness.
• Review documents for grammar, punctuation, style, formatting, and readability.
• Incorporate reviewer comments and project revisions accurately and efficiently.
• Support preparation of client-ready deliverables, proposals, and internal documents.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, planners, and other contributors to organize and refine technical content.
• Maintain templates, standards, and editorial consistency across recurring documents.
• Help ensure documents meet internal quality expectations and professional presentation standards.
• Support document archiving and retrieval processes in strict alignment with corporate policies, project specifications, and legal/regulatory mandates.
• Apply Microsoft Word skills for advanced formatting, template management, and automation to produce polished, publication-ready documents.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Excellent command of English grammar, spelling and business writing conventions.
• Impeccable attention to detail, with a proven track record of producing high-quality, error-free technical documents and reports.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts clearly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in technical writing, technical editing, document production, or a related field.
• Strong proofreading, editing, and formatting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work with cross-functional teams.
• Expert level proficiency with Microsoft Word and other document production tools.
• Strong proficiency in other Microsoft 365 suite programs (Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Experience supporting engineering, planning, environmental, or other technical documentation is preferred.

Preferred Requirements:

• Prior experience in technical editing or content development within environmental remediation or related scientific/engineering sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of document management best practices, including workflow automation and multi-user digital file access.
• Proven leadership and delegation skills, with experience managing and mentoring technical editing teams.
• Experience preparing client-facing deliverables for large-scale, multidisciplinary projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Information Science, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.

Additional Information

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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.