Job DescriptionAre you ready to challenge the boundaries of what's possible? AECOM continues to expand their successful Economics team in Dublin. As part of a wider growth initiative linked to our strategic plan, we are currently seeking to appoint a Principal Economics Consultant to join our growing Transportation team.About YouThe 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.The economics team in Dublin is part of a 600-person Transportation Consulting team spread across UK and Ireland. The team provides economic input into transportation and infrastructure projects, and therefore adopts a highly collaborative approach. It prepares Economic Impact Assessments and appraisal documents (including cost-benefit analyses), with many projects requiring compliance with the Infrastructure Guidelines (IGs) and Public Spending Code (PSC). The team is involved in the evaluation of public spending programmes, has a focus on creating the evidence base for policy, provides economic advice to a variety of government departments and policymakers, while also working for private sector clients.Our current portfolio of works comprises a diverse mix of studies. A selection of our recent projects includes:Research and evaluation advice for Transport Infrastructure Ireland including development of aspects of their Project Appraisal Guidelines, evaluation of major projects, preparation of business cases and ad hoc advice on issues such as mainstreaming sustainability into transport schemesLeading the delivery of the Detailed Business Case for the DART+ scheme, a major capital investment programme that will transform Dublin’s heavy rail network. This work involves engaging with AECOM’s transport modelling team, modelling the economic and financial impacts of the programme, and supporting the development of the business case documentEconomics advisory services for the National Transport Authority of Ireland, including drafting business case guidance on ex-post assessments, reviewing business case submissions for accuracy and completeness, and developing detailed business cases on active travel investments.A long-term engagement with Failte Ireland to develop early-stage business cases and strategic assessments for a variety of tourism investments across IrelandDeveloping preliminary business cases, including undertaking the financial appraisal and cost-benefit analysis for a range of sporting investments for Sports IrelandVarious cost-benefit analyses – economic and financial appraisals for public sector projects, according to the Public Spending Code for various state entities and county councilsMeasuring and evaluating public realm improvements in towns for various county councils.Here’s what you’ll doTechnical excellence in carrying out economic consulting projectsTaking ownership of complex projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meeting the client’s expectationsManaging the relationship between AECOM and clients as assignments are progressedManagement of projects in accordance with AECOM project management processes, while upholding the systems AECOM has in place for effective project managementCommunicating the results of our work to a range of audiencesIdentifying opportunities for the AECOM economics team, and converting these into salesDrive sales through effective bid management and delivery, while ensuring AECOM’s proposals are commercially viableWorking collaboratively and iteratively within multi-disciplinary teamsContributing ideas and innovative approaches to all projectsCollaborating colleagues throughout AECOM to develop and realise business growth opportunitiesHaving the technical ability, knowledge and competence to provide guidance to teach and develop junior staff.Come grow with us.We develop projects from concept through to operation providing engineering and construction services for multiyear, multimillion-dollar projects for major rail and transit agencies. Our specialists provide analytical and strategic expertise for every stage of a projectAnd let's not forget about the 'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.QualificationsReady to push the limits of what’s possible?Degree/Masters 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 initiativeExperience working in a similar role in a consulting firm, a relevant public sector organisation or industryPublic sector focus, as many of our clients are government and statutory agenciesWorking knowledge of infrastructure business case, economic analysis (cost benefit analysis, cost effectiveness analysis), and financial appraisal guidelines in Ireland or internationallyExperience with monetising non-market benefits using revealed preference, stated preference, or benefit transfer methods in situations with limited dataAbility to convey complex economic issues to a diverse range of audiences, in a clear and concise mannerExperience of business development relating to new opportunitiesStrong analytic skills, data management and statistics, economic modelling and econometric capabilitiesDevelopment of solutions to issues such as infrastructure investment, labour markets, education and skills, deprivation and social inclusion, inward investment and business developmentPreparation of clear, well-written, reports based on project outcomesExperience 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 atAt AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.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!We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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