Senior Quantitative Economist

Fonction publique de l'Ontario; Old Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior quantitative economist to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will provide expert quantitative, financial, and policy research to support the development of provincial infrastructure policies and programs. Your responsibilities will include operating forecasting models, leading research initiatives, and providing analytical advice to enhance long-term infrastructure asset management. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on strategic capital planning and infrastructure spending while collaborating with multiple ministries. If you're passionate about making a difference in public service and have the skills to drive evidence-based decision making, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong quantitative skills and knowledge of microeconomic theory are essential.
• Experience in project planning and financial management is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantitative research and analysis for infrastructure policy.
• Design tools and models to support evidence-based decision making.

Skills

Microeconomic theory

Public finance

Data analysis

Programming

Infrastructure policy

Quantitative modeling

Statistical analysis

Project planning

Capital planning

Financial management

Education

Degree in Economics or related field

Tools

Forecasting models

Data models

Job description

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Apply By: Thursday, January 16, 2025 11:59 pm EST

Organization: Ministry of Infrastructure

Division: Infrastructure Strategy Policy and Research Division / Infrastructure Research Branch

City: Toronto

Language of Position(s):

Job Term: 1 Permanent, 2 Temporary - up to 12 months with the possibility of extension

Are you interested in providing expert quantitative, financial and policy research and analysis by becoming a part of a team that supports the development of provincial infrastructure policies and programs?

If so, consider these exciting opportunities as a senior quantitative economist with the Infrastructure Research Branch at the Ministry of Infrastructure. The Branch provides research, analysis, and advice to support strategic provincial capital planning and infrastructure spending, collaborating with multiple ministries and coordinating with key central government offices.

NOTE: These positions are located at 777 Bay St., Toronto, however alternate work arrangements may be available.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:

1. Operate forecasting models, validate expected modelling behaviours, and report on the future state of infrastructure.
2. Lead the provision of quantitative, economic, financial and strategic research and analysis in infrastructure policy and planning initiatives.
3. Design and implement capacity-enhancing tools, data models and processes to support infrastructure policy, and a culture of evidence-based decision making.
4. Provide analytical advice to ministries on enhancing their long-term infrastructure asset management planning, needs assessment and forecasting, business case development, and post-implementation performance measurement tools and programs.
5. Prepare and present briefings, advice, solutions and strategies on quantitative issues related to infrastructure policy.

How do I qualify?

Technical and Analytical Skills:

• You have knowledge of microeconomic theory, public finance, economics or related fields.
• You have strong quantitative skills, including data analysis and programming.
• You are familiar with infrastructure policy and asset management.
• You can conduct extensive research and develop quantitative models.
• You can apply data science and statistical analysis.
• You demonstrate skill in integrating and standardizing data from multiple sources.
• You possess strong research integrity and persistently strive for truth and accuracy.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• You possess strong communication skills.
• You can build and maintain positive relationships.
• You are flexible to work in a small, dynamic team.

Project and Financial Management:

• You have experience in project planning and delivering projects within established timelines.
• You have a sound understanding of capital planning, budgeting, and financial management.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you're excited to work for the Ontario Public Service but don't think you meet all the criteria, please still consider applying. We recognize no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate.

Additional information:

Address:

• 2 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 777 Bay St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group: Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

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Remember:

The deadline to apply is Thursday, January 16, 2025 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

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