Economic Analyst

Description

• Conducting demographic, economic, and market data analysis utilizing coding and spreadsheet methodologies.
• Utilize analytical methodologies and research interviews to build an understanding of a broad range of local planning and development contexts, within which you shape strategies and recommendations for achieving community goals.
• Preparing map exhibits that illustrate patterns of land use and development, and features that illuminate their market context and potential opportunities.
• Utilize spatial analysis methodologies in open-source and/or ArcGIS-based platforms to organize, transform and visualize spatial data.
• Utilize and build your knowledge of local planning practices, policies and regulations, and how they intersect with the built environment.
• Conducting strategy and best practices research on housing, retail and financial strategies in support of housing and development studies.
• Anticipated tasks include:- Drafting and supporting development market research for plans of all scales (e.g. neighborhood, city, region, etc) and site-based development studies.
• Conducting interviews of developers and real estate professionals to deepen insights relative to geographic areas of focus.
• Generate visually appealing exhibits that tell a convincing story.
• Utilize data analysis software and methodologies—ideally including python-based workflows—to gather and analyze data from structured and unstructured sources.
• Utilize and develop statistical models to explain and predict real estate markets or related geographic phenomena.
• Drafting presentation and narrative content for housing studies, economic development strategies, and the development aspects of planning projects.
• Coordinating with multiple parties including internal teams, consultant partners, and clients.

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in using statistical software, including either R or Python, for advanced data gathering, processing, analysis, and visualization.
• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Geography, Applied Economics, Data Science, Urban Planning, or related field. Master’s degree in an economics-related field is preferred.
• Leverage strong written, visualization, and verbal communication skills to summarize complex data, and to convey information to technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently and apply strong critical thinking skills.
• 1 to 4 years of related professional experience.
• Understanding of urban economics, real estate development and urban planning.
• Be interested in learning all facets of planning and development, and in bringing projects from concept to deliverable.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro or other GIS platform.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for preparing analysis and delivering high-quality, visually appealing reports
• Knowledge and experience with market and development research platforms.
• Strong writing, verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with statistical models—such as econometric, time-series model forecasting, auto-regression, and machine learning models—to explain and predict real estate markets or geographic phenomena.

Benefits

• Locations in MN, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - Min Salary $ 70,600.00 - Max Salary $ 98,800.00

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance