Head of Economics

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to lead a team of talented Economists and shape the future of Transport

Do you have the energy and zeal to lead a dynamic team of economic consultants working on public sector economics in Ireland If you are interested in working on public investments that are being planned or under consideration this job may interest you.  If you have relevant experience gained in appraisal measuring wider societal and environmental benefits economic evaluation and significant time spent as a practicing economist this role may suit you. We are ideally looking for a person who can work at pace in a multidisciplinary consulting environment with experience of winning work growing and sustaining a business including managing a team. The role may also suit people with relevant skills from working in the public service or industry capacity.

The economics team in Dublin is part of a 600person transportation consulting team spread across the UK and Ireland although its work is not only limited to transportation. Our current portfolio of works comprises a diverse mix of studies.

Each team member has a development plan to provide a clear pathway to personal development and career progression.  Our clients are many and varied from both the private and public sector. 

Current & Upcoming Projects:

• A study on future skills needs for the Zero Carbon Economy for the Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment
• Research and evaluation advice for Transport Infrastructure Ireland including development of aspects of their Project Appraisal Guidelines evaluation of major projects preparation of business cases and mainstreaming sustainability into transport schemes
• Economics advisory services for the National Transport Authority of Ireland including development of business cases for BusConnects and the Town Bus Services Programme
• A longterm evaluation project on the introduction of sustainable travel measures in pilot Smarter Travel Areas in Ireland
• Preliminary Business Cases for projects within the Cork Area Rail Programme and DART for Iarnrd ireann
• Developing Economic Appraisal methods for Irish Water and the Health Services Executive
• Measuring and evaluating public realm improvements in towns for various county councils
• Economic analysis on tourism investment for Filte Ireland.

Heres what youll do:

• Deliver: Our projects are challenging dynamic and highprofile. You will demonstrate technical leadership when carrying out economic consulting projects. You possess full technical control over projects. Identify opportunities for the AECOM economics team and convert these into sales.
• Oversee: You will work on all the tasks necessary to complete the primary design of engineering works and provide guidance to entrylevel engineers.  
• Provide Expertise: Offer technical knowledge and expertise. Identify trends issues and opportunities for economics consulting. Process technical excellence in economics and understanding its contribution to the success of the firm.
• Ensure Quality: Working through the complexities of our Transportation projects you will hold our clients hands and overcome problems in unison when they inevitably arise.
• Collaborate: Leading a team of talented economists you will have the technical ability knowledge and competence to provide guidance to teach and develop junior staff including being a supervisor and motivator and conducting performance evaluations. As well as working and collaborating with colleagues throughout AECOM to develop and realise business growth opportunities.

If youre passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality AECOM welcomes you. Join our team where we dont just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects were working on and see firsthand the difference were making in the industry!

Come grow with us.

Lets not forget about the perks at AECOM. Youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and wellbeing customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a worklife balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Excellent technical skills in applied economics
• Strong personal initiative and excellent organisation skills
• Ability to convey complex economic issues to a diverse range of audiences in a clear and concise manner using a variety of formats
• Significant experience working in a similar role in a consulting firm a relevant public sector organisation or an industry.
• Preferably: Degree/Masters qualification or doctorate in an economics subject from an accredited college or university or overall equivalent experience.

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at

At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives. 

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industryleading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or longterm condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.