Senior Economist

2 weeks ago

Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Jacobs Full time

Our People & Places Solutions business - reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole.

From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology - we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

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  • Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed today and into tomorrow._

Your Impact:

At Jacobs, we push the limits of what's possible to make the world smarter and more connected.

Our clients rely on us to be strategic and practical; to help them save money while being innovative; and to be environmentally sensitive and understanding of community concerns when delivering crucial strategies, policies, and infrastructure and urban development projects.


Jacobs has had a strong presence in the Middle East for many years and has been assisting the region implementing visionary transitions, such as with The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.

The main objective is to develop a vibrant society, a thriving economy of an ambitious nation and this can be achieved through the development of water resources and infrastructure, which are at the core of this vision.


We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Senior Economist with a specialization in urban economics and sectoral economics to join our dynamic team.

As a Senior Economist, you will play a critical role in conducting economic research, analyzing data, and providing strategic guidance to support decision-making processes related to sectoral development, planning, urban development, and policy formulation.


Responsibilities not limited to:

  • Conduct economic research: Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on urban economic and sectoral economic trends, issues, and policies. This includes gathering and interpreting relevant data, identifying key factors influencing urban and sectoral economies, and assessing the impact of various interventions.
  • Economic modeling and forecasting: Develop and maintain econometric models and tools to forecast economic indicators, such as employment rates, GDP growth, housing demand, and income distribution. Analyze and interpret model outputs to inform urban planning, investment decisions, and policy formulation.
  • Data analysis and interpretation: Analyze large datasets using advanced statistical techniques and econometric methods to identify patterns, trends, and relationships. Present findings in clear and concise reports, presentations, and visualizations for both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
  • Impact assessment: Evaluate the economic impact of proposed infrastructure, urban development, and sectoral projects, policies, and initiatives. Conduct costbenefit analyses, assess potential risks and externalities, and provide evidencebased recommendations to maximize positive outcomes and minimize negative consequences.
  • Policy analysis: Evaluate existing policies, programs, and regulations to identify their strengths, weaknesses, and potential economic implications. Provide recommendations for improving policy effectiveness and achieving sustainable development.
  • Policy development and advisory: Collaborate with policymakers, urban planners, and other stakeholders to develop evidencebased policies and strategies that promote sustainable economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability. Provide expert advice and recommendations to guide decisionmaking processes.

Here's What You'll Need:


You will have a working knowledge of social value principles, the OECD Inclusive Growth Initiative, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and other legislation and initiatives relevant to social value and inclusive growth.

Working knowledge of natural capital principles is a plus.


A key attribute you will possess will be the ability to foster inclusive behaviors as well as creating the right working environment for employees.


You will continue building on our global culture of caring creating a workplace where we value the safety, positive mental health, inclusion and belonging of all our employees.


Bring your program delivery skills, leadership talent, and client relationship expertise, and we'll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.


Jacobs. A world where you can.


From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions - we are committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you.

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength.

We coll

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