Job description
Groundbreaker. Game changer. Innovator. TRC is a global firm providing environmentally focused and digitally powered solutions that address local needs. For more than 50 years, we have set the bar for clients who require consulting, construction, engineering and management services, combining science with the latest technology to devise solutions that stand the test of time.
TRC's almost 7,000 professionals serve a broad range of public and private clients, steering complex projects from conception to completion to help solve the toughest challenges. We break through barriers for our clients and help them follow through for sustainable results, solving the challenges of making the Earth a better place to live — community by community and project by project.
TRC is ranked #17 on ENR's list of the Top 500 Design Firms in the United States. Learn more at TRCcompanies.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.
SECTOR OVERVIEW
Our Environmental Sector delivers comprehensive environmental solutions to meet the full project lifecycle needs of clients in renewable energy, oil & gas, transportation, and manufacturing industries. With one of the largest multimedia air and land permitting and compliance teams in the country, we support client success in manufacturing and industry, liquids delivery and processing, natural gas storage and delivery, power generation and delivery, and transportation projects.
TRC is seeking an economist to join our professional team supporting our clients' growing needs for socioeconomic evaluations, planning and documentation. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual looking for career growth and experience related to socioeconomic analyses and economic impact analyses. Our team provides support for evaluating, planning, siting, and permitting challenging projects, primarily for industrial, utility, renewable energy, oil & gas, and public sector clients. The position may be remote or hybrid/remote with the availability to meet periodically in a local TRC office in the southeast (Greenville, SC; Columbia, SC; Norcross, GA).
Key Responsibilities & Tasks
- Assist in the preparation of reports and exhibits addressing socioeconomics
- Analyze demographic and other data from the U.S. Census Bureau
- Prepare summary reports, technical memoranda, and email correspondence
- Perform economic impact analyses using IMPLAN or similar software (training provided)
- Desktop research of communities and stakeholders
- Support the development of innovative approaches and tools for data analysis
- Prepare and deliver PowerPoint presentations
- Communicate effectively with clients and internal TRC staff
- Support the development of thought leadership pieces
- Monitor changing regulatory conditions
- Utilize internal mapping programs (GIS skills a plus, but not required)
- Other duties and special projects as assigned
Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Business Economics, or similar field
- Strong ability to prioritize, organize, and perform across multiple work assignments
- Ability to draw insights from data analysis
- Excellent verbal communication and technical communication skills are mandatory
- Intuitive and creative thinker
- A consultative demeanor and ability to work with clients and offer solutions when needed
- Ability to work independently or on a team and cross-collaboratively with other teams
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
The following skills and experience are a plus but not required:
- Previous job experience (internship acceptable) in fast-paced, project-driven environment
- Experience with economic impact modeling, such as IMPLAN, REMI, or RIMS II
- Familiarity with GIS
TRC is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
TRC offers advancement potential and a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401k plan with a company match. For temporary employees, TRC offers a 401(k) plan with a company match. For more information, please visit our website at
http://www.trccompanies.com/
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