Senior Land Use Economics Consultant
Economic & Planning Systems, Inc.
Professional Area:
Community Development and Redevelopment
Economic Planning and Development
Facilities and Infrastructure Planning
Real Estate Development
Experience:
7-10 years
Email:
jobs@epsys.com
Location:
Los Angeles, CA
About the company
Economic & Planning Systems, Inc. (EPS) is an innovative land economics consulting firm that is distinct in our ability to understand and creatively resolve complex challenges related to land use planning, real estate investment, and public policy. Since 1983 we have served a wide variety of private and public sector clients throughout the United States with an emphasis on fiscal, economic and environmental sustainability. The firm has four offices located in Oakland, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Denver. For more information, please visit our website at www.epsys.com.
The Position
EPS is seeking to fill a full-time position for a senior land use economist to help grow and lead our Los Angeles office. We invite candidates with experience in real estate economics, public finance, urban planning, and regional economic analysis to apply.
The successful candidate will collaborate with the broader EPS leadership and staff on a variety of projects related to real estate feasibility, revitalization/redevelopment, public finance, fiscal and economic impacts, land use policy, and regional economic development. The candidate must have the ability to work with a range of analytical methods and computer models, pursue new project leads through both the RFP process and professional relationships, and plan and execute a diverse array of consulting assignments. This includes conducting rigorous analysis, preparing clear deliverables, representing the Firm during client interactions (including public presentations, as necessary), and adhering to project budget and schedule commitments. Over the longer term, the successful candidate will help recruit, train, and manage junior staff.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in economics, city and regional planning, public policy, public administration, business administration, or another related field (or bachelor’s degree and substantial work experience).
- 7+ years of relevant work experience.
- A solid understanding of the real estate development process.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in a broad range of data sources.
- Ability to effectively communicate the methods and results of analysis.
- Proven project management skills, including managing budgets and deadlines.
- Familiarity with the Los Angeles area preferred.
EPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please send résumé and cover letter to jobs@epsys.com