Job Description
Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of what's possible? AECOM continues to expand its successful Economics team in Dublin.
As part of a wider growth initiative linked to our strategic plan, we are currently seeking to appoint a Senior Economics Consultant to join our growing Transportation team.
About You
The successful candidate will be able to show a clear understanding of public sector economics and policy, in an infrastructure, transportation and sustainability context, and be fully conversant with current and emerging research and analytical techniques.
We are looking for an ambitious team player who wishes to assist in developing and communicating innovative and effective approaches to the analysis of public expenditure in a collaborative environment.
The role would suit a self‑motivated individual looking to advance their career in a dynamic team.
Here's what you'll do:
Focus on project delivery through technical excellence in carrying out economic analysis, translating results into a coherent written narrative, and supporting senior team members as needed.
Take ownership of small to medium sized projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meeting the client's expectations.
Participate in client facing engagements and act as key point of contact for assigned clients.
Manage the relationship between AECOM and clients as assignments progress.
Assist in the management of projects in accordance with AECOM project management processes.
Communicate the results of work to a range of audiences.
Drive sales through effective bid management and delivery, while ensuring AECOM's proposals are commercially viable.
Work collaboratively and iteratively within multi‑disciplinary teams.
Contribute ideas and innovative approaches to all projects.
Collaborate with colleagues throughout AECOM to develop and realise business growth opportunities.
Provide technical ability, knowledge and competence to guide and develop junior staff.
Qualifications
Degree/Master's qualification in an economics subject (e.g.
economics, finance, mathematics, geography, engineering) from an accredited college or university, or overall equivalent experience.
Excellent technical skills and strong personal initiative.
Experience working in a similar role in a consulting firm, a relevant public sector organisation or industry.
Public sector focus, as many of our clients are government and statutory agencies.
Working knowledge of infrastructure business case, economic analysis (cost benefit analysis, cost effectiveness analysis), and financial appraisal guidelines in Ireland or internationally.
Experience with monetising non‑market benefits using revealed preference, stated preference, or benefit transfer methods in situations with limited data.
Ability to convey complex economic issues to a diverse range of audiences, in a clear and concise manner.
Strong analytic skills, data management and statistics, economic modelling and econometric capabilities.
Development of solutions to issues such as infrastructure investment, labour markets, education and skills, deprivation and social inclusion, inward investment and business development.
Preparation of clear, well‑written reports based on project outcomes.
Experience and interest in transport sector economics would be an advantage, as would the economics of climate change, sustainability or tourism.
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities.
If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at (email protected) All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you.
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