Entry Level Consultant Planning & Policy Analysis

Please send a cover letter, resume, and two work examples to people@ebp-us.com.

This posting is for entry-level candidates who would like to grow with EBP based in our Boston headquarters location. The person in this position can expect to work on strategic planning, policy research, and economic analysis for clients, including research programs, the federal government, NGOs, state DOTs, MPOs, economic development organizations, transit agencies, ports, and airport authorities. We are seeking support related to topics such as:

• Interactions among infrastructure, technology, land use, and economic development.
• Scenario planning, especially for long-range multimodal, freight, rail, and resiliency plans.
• Research on equity and differences in needs and impacts across subpopulations/communities.
• Performance management, metrics, and reporting, including accessibility measures.
• Demographic and economic analysis for strategy development and decision support.

We are looking for candidates with:

• Excellent English-language written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to communicate concisely and effectively.
• An ability to stay organized while simultaneously balancing multiple projects and priorities.
• Knowledge of transportation, development, demographic, economic datasets, policy issues, and planning processes and requirements.
• Interest in planning and policy research and the ability to blend qualitative and quantitative analyses.
• Curiosity and willingness to delve into unfamiliar topics and to learn new skills.
• We seek experience related to the following areas:
• Analyzing survey datasets with accurate weights and linkages to supporting data
• Programming/scripting for statistical analysis, econometrics, forecasting, and data visualization
• Spatial analysis and visualization using ArcGIS or QGIS.
• Transportation analysis topics like travel demand forecasting, modeling, traffic simulation, various modes and study types, asset management, project prioritization, and scenario analysis.
• Benefit-cost analysis.

What We Offer You

• The opportunity to help make transportation and economic development planning, policy, and investment more beneficial to society.
• Opportunities to learn our cutting-edge methods for analyzing the economic benefits and costs of projects, plans, and policies of all scales across the country/globe.
• A collaborative and dynamic environment where you will work with other analysts, planners, modelers, engineers, and economists inside and outside EBP.
• Regular opportunities for professional development through coaching, internal training, conference attendance, and professional associations.
• Opportunities for rapid career advancement through task and project leadership and promotions in a growing organization.
• Competitive salary and benefits, flexible work hours, and generous personal time off.

About EBP

For more than two decades, EBP has been at the forefront of assessing the impact of infrastructure investment and policy on people and businesses – thinking beyond traditional measures like roadway performance to capture the human element of how systems provide access to jobs, commerce, and daily activities.

We work collaboratively to prepare clients for the future, dealing with uncertainty, changing technology, climate risk, and strategic and technical challenges. Our cutting-edge methods support better decisions about investing limited infrastructure dollars. We work hard to make insights from our work accessible and applicable to various audiences, including policymakers, technical experts, and the public.

Committed to applying principles of equity, sustainability, resiliency, and state-of-the-art economic analysis, we seek to be the employer of choice for like-minded professionals. Our team is expanding in the United States to support strong growth as we serve our clients on these exciting topics. This position will also be part of our global network, with staff sharing best practices and expertise across EBP’s offices in Brazil, Chile, China, Germany, India, and Switzerland. We are committed to building a diverse and welcoming team where we share ideas and develop methods and products of the highest possible quality.

Work Culture and Location

We strive to support one another in work and in life. Strong values, flexibility, and exceptional quality work are just a few of the characteristics we hold in high regard. We take time to connect through shared activities like lunch and learns and team retreats. Teamwork and collaboration are important components of our ability to deliver high quality work to clients and candidates.

Our team is headquartered in Boston, just a few minutes’ walk from three T subway lines, Boston’s South Station (commuter rail and Amtrak), as well as the vibrant downtown, Chinatown, Seaport, and Public Garden areas. Our building includes bike parking and health club facilities. Our office is a creative space filled with talented people. We also have remote staff located across the county who stay connected through regular visits to our headquarters and our use of Microsoft Teams. We operate in a hybrid environment of both in-office and remote collaboration. EBP’s Boston-area staff generally work at least two days per week in the office.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000 based on skills and qualifications.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and two work examples to people@ebp-us.com. In your cover letter, please describe: 1) your professional goals and interests, 2) your technical skills and qualifications, 3) notable examples of your research or client-oriented project experience, 4) confirmation of U.S. citizenship or work authorization type and its validity period, 5) whether you seek part-time or full-time employment (40-100% FTE).

Your work examples should include 1) a writing sample showing the narrative presentation of the analysis and 2) a code sample (preferably in R) with any supporting documentation.

The interview process will include a phone discussion, a technical skills problem set, and at least one-panel interview (remote or hybrid).

EBP is an EOE / Veterans / Disabled / LGBTQ+ employer. For more information, email people@ebp-us.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Family leave
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Remote

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02110