Economic Consultant 1

DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:' ' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.In the role of Economic Consultant I, we'll count on you to: Develop an understanding of industry-leading best practices for economic modeling Strengthen data visualization skills through preparation of materials for client presentations Collaborate with and learn from experienced economists recognized in their areas of specialization Work with your supervisor to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Assess data quality based on primary source Gain familiarity with economic techniques such as econometrics, forecasting, and data-driven decision support tools Gain familiarity with data analyst skills such as database management (SQL), data cleaning / data wangling, and data visualization.Support HDR project managers and staff as needed for quantitative/technical and qualitative settings Perform research and write reports that connect quantitative and qualitative ideas and approaches Perform other duties as neededPreferred Qualifications Knowledge of Microsoft AccessBackground in economics, business or similar program Demonstratable / proven analytical and problem-solving skills Master's degree preferred in Economics or related field Experience with analytical packages or programming languages (SQL, SAS, Eviews, SPSS, Visual Basic, R, Python, etc.) Experience with geographic information systems packages or programming languages (ArcGIS, Q-GIS, R sf, Python GeoPandas & SciPy, GeoDa, etc.)QualificationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access Background in statistics Must have strong oral and written communication skills Must be adept at working within a team environment An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Job Field: Highway + RoadSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular