Principal Economics Consultant

Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of whats 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 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.
 
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 schemes
• Leading the delivery of the Detailed Business Case for the DART scheme a major capital investment programme that will transform Dublins heavy rail network. This work involves engaging with AECOMs transport modelling team modelling the economic and financial impacts of the programme and supporting the development of the business case document
• Economics 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 Ireland
• Developing preliminary business cases including undertaking the financial appraisal and cost-benefit analysis for a range of sporting investments for Sports Ireland
• Various cost-benefit analyses economic and financial appraisals for public sector projects according to the Public Spending Code for various state entities and county councils
• Measuring and evaluating public realm improvements in towns for various county councils.

Heres what youll do:

• Technical excellence in carrying out economic consulting projects
• Taking ownership of complex projects ensuring they are delivered on time within budget and meeting the clients expectations
• Managing the relationship between AECOM and clients as assignments are progressed
• Management of projects in accordance with AECOM project management processes while upholding the systems AECOM has in place for effective project management
• Communicating the results of our work to a range of audiences
• Identifying opportunities for the AECOM economics team and converting these into sales
• Drive sales through effective bid management and delivery while ensuring AECOMs proposals are commercially viable
• Working collaboratively and iteratively within multi-disciplinary teams
• Contributing ideas and innovative approaches to all projects
• Collaborating colleagues throughout AECOM to develop and realise business growth opportunities
• Having 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 project

And lets not forget about the perks at AECOM. Youll 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.

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• 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 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
• Experience of business development relating to new opportunities
• 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 

At AECOM we value everyones 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!

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have 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 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.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

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.