Economist (Seasonal/Summer)
Job Type
Temporary
Description
ProVets is seeking an Economist to support potential and current government clients for a short-term project. This position has the potential to convert to regular full-time employment. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate student seeking practical experience during the summer months or for an individual working in academia who is looking for an exciting project during the summer months. **This position is fully remote**
Disclaimer: Please note that this job opportunity is contingent upon our company successfully securing the contract associated with this position. In the event that our company does not win the contract, this position may no longer be available.
Job Responsibilities'
• Applies economic and financial principles to calculate benefit-cost analysis (BCA), net present value (NPV) and benefit-cost ratio (BCR).
• Conducts reviews of benefit-cost analysis (BCA) for large capital and infrastructure projects submitted by applicants seeking competitive grant opportunities from federal agencies.
• Serves as a technical resource and subject matter expert in BCA to re-calculate NPV and BCR of applicant infrastructure projects where grant applicants failed to use the appropriate assumptions or financial parameters.
• Utilizes principles and guidance described in Office of Management and Budget Circulars A-4 and A-94 to BCAs for infrastructure projects.
• Communicates BCA results to non-technical audiences so that grant applications can be ranked and prioritized.
• Works collaboratively with other economists on the team.
Requirements
Qualifications
• Minimum Education: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or Economics
• Minimum Experience: 3 to 5 years' experience in conducting BCAs for large capital and infrastructure projects.
Work Hours and Expectations
• Consistent, full-time work expected throughout an eight-hour day in a focused and fast-paced environment
• Client contacts in various US time zones may require flexible work hours during the day to meet needs and complete assignments
Additional Information
• ProVets is an equal opportunity employer
• Pay is commensurate with experience
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Temporary
Description
ProVets is seeking an Economist to support potential and current government clients for a short-term project. This position has the potential to convert to regular full-time employment. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate student seeking practical experience during the summer months or for an individual working in academia who is looking for an exciting project during the summer months. **This position is fully remote**
Disclaimer: Please note that this job opportunity is contingent upon our company successfully securing the contract associated with this position. In the event that our company does not win the contract, this position may no longer be available.
Job Responsibilities'
• Applies economic and financial principles to calculate benefit-cost analysis (BCA), net present value (NPV) and benefit-cost ratio (BCR).
• Conducts reviews of benefit-cost analysis (BCA) for large capital and infrastructure projects submitted by applicants seeking competitive grant opportunities from federal agencies.
• Serves as a technical resource and subject matter expert in BCA to re-calculate NPV and BCR of applicant infrastructure projects where grant applicants failed to use the appropriate assumptions or financial parameters.
• Utilizes principles and guidance described in Office of Management and Budget Circulars A-4 and A-94 to BCAs for infrastructure projects.
• Communicates BCA results to non-technical audiences so that grant applications can be ranked and prioritized.
• Works collaboratively with other economists on the team.
Requirements
Qualifications
• Minimum Education: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or Economics
• Minimum Experience: 3 to 5 years' experience in conducting BCAs for large capital and infrastructure projects.
Work Hours and Expectations
• Consistent, full-time work expected throughout an eight-hour day in a focused and fast-paced environment
• Client contacts in various US time zones may require flexible work hours during the day to meet needs and complete assignments
Additional Information
• ProVets is an equal opportunity employer
• Pay is commensurate with experience
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