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Vice President, BAE Urban Economics - Berkeley, CA

Vice President

BAE Urban Economics
Professional Area: 
Economic Planning and Development
Experience: 
7-10 years
Location: 
BerkeleyCA
The Firm

BAE Urban Economics is an award-winning urban economics and public-benefit real estate development consulting practice.  Since 1986, we have served more than 2,000 clients including public agencies, non-profit organizations, and private developers throughout the US.  BAE’s experience ranges from statewide policy studies, to strategic plans, to development projects.  Our services include feasibility studies, strategic planning, revitalization, public-private transactions, public financing, fiscal and economic impacts analyses, and development advisory services. 
We value places and people, and have a strong commitment to supporting our clients with expert services.  BAE has 20 staff members in five offices including San Francisco, Sacramento, Los Angeles, New York City, and Washington DC.  For more information, see www.bae1.com.
The Position
We are seeking a Vice President for our main office in the San Francisco Bay Area.  This position offers a path to Principal, along with membership in our ESOP (stock ownership).  This position works directly with Principals of the firm, and also manages our staff of outstanding professionals through a project team approach. 
The successful candidate will have a graduate education in city planning, public policy, business/finance, or equivalent, with an emphasis on quantitative and/or financial analysis.  This position requires at least 10 years of demonstrated professional experience, including preparation of reports for public distribution, in-depth analysis, staff management, and business development.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.  Experience and knowledge of the Northern California real estate and development market, public agencies, and legal framework affecting planning and projects is required.  Prior consulting experience is also required. 
BAE seeks an expert with knowledge and experience across multiple topics in urban development, along with one or more specializations such as P3, real estate development, public finance in California, economic development, affordable housing, or TOD. 
We offer a fast-paced, flexible, and interesting workplace with a casual atmosphere and a serious commitment to excellence.  Salary is commensurate with experience.  BAE offers excellent employee benefits, and is an equal opportunity employer.  To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, and a work sample to Janet Smith-Heimer, President, at: jsmithheimer@bae1.com.  Please put “Application for Vice President Position” in the subject line.