Project Analyst II

GAI Consultants, Inc. seeks a Project Analyst (Data and Research) in our Urban Analytics & Economics practice to work onsite at our Orlando, Florida office. Our Urban Analytics & Economics team collaborates closely with our Urban Design & Planning practice as well as our Parks & Public Spaces practice to assess socio-economic, demographic, fiscal, and economic conditions and trends, translating this information into strategic recommendations for public, private, and institutional clients. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Job Duties:

• Data gathering, research, and development of reports with written, graphic, and visually dynamic descriptions and representations of data findings. 
• Conducting primary demographic, economic, fiscal, and real estate/site inventory research, including interviews & site visits
• Organizing data, identifying and analyzing trends, and assistance in constructing financial and/or statistical models by employing existing GAI methodologies
• Working within project teams to prepare reports and presentations that convey key findings.    

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree with a mix of quantitative and qualitative coursework in disciplines such as Economics, Data Science, Finance, Urban Studies, Real Estate, Public Policy, Political Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong skills with Excel and Microsoft Office, functional understanding of ArcGIS and Adobe Creative Cloud products (i.e., InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and interest in learning additional analytical methods and datasets (such as Power BI and Power Query).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work within and as part of a team.
• The successful candidate will have a passion for research, analysis, and problem solving with strong attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Experience in public finance, budgeting, and/or economic development is desirable.

In addition to a resume, provide a portfolio of professional/academic writing and data management/organization example(s).

Why GAI: 

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S., and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.  

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits of working at GAI include: 

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays  
• 401k company match 
• Tuition Reimbursement

Education

Required

Bachelor’s or better in Accounting, Data Science, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Sociology, Political Science, Mathematics, or related field.

Experience

Required

1 to 3 years related experience. Experience in public finance, budgeting, and/or economic development is desirable.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License