Economics Consultant

Dar; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Economist to provide strategic economic and financial advisory services. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of experience in consulting or related areas, strong analytical and communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree in economics or a related field. This role involves developing economic strategies, leading feasibility studies, and collaborating with various teams. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in consulting or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering economic advisory within multiple sectors.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop economic strategies for regional and urban plans.
• Lead or contribute to business cases and feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for integrated outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance standards.
• Support business development activities and attend client meetings.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Technical Expertise

Project Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in economics or a related field

Master’s degree (M.A or MBA)

Job description

At Dar, we are committed to delivering innovative, world‑class engineering and design solutions that connect people, places, and communities. As a global leader with 18,000 professionals across 59 countries, Dar Group brings together expertise across sectors to shape transformative projects around the world.

We are currently seeking highly motivated and experienced Senior Economists to join our Economics Department in Bengaluru. This role will be integral in providing strategic, economic, and financial advisory services to support client visions and guide decision‑making across a range of complex and high‑impact projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop economic strategies for regional, urban, and industrial plans using both quantitative and qualitative methods
• Lead or contribute to business cases, feasibility studies, and economic impact assessments
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver integrated project outcomes
• Ensure compliance with internal quality assurance and control standards
• Support business development activities including contribution to project proposals
• Attend and lead client meetings, presentations, and workshops as required (travel may be involved)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, or a related field
• Master’s degree (M.A or MBA) is a strong advantage
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in consulting, strategic planning, or project development roles, Investment Banking, Business Analysis, Cost Benefits Analysis, Urban Infrastructure, market assessment; market research; project feasibility study, development strategy, economic impact assessments, regional and industrial assessments.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering economic advisory within sectors such as real estate, transport, environment, tourism, industrial zones, and social infrastructure
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), problem‑solving capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Core Competencies

• Communication: Clear and confident in both written and verbal communication, especially with clients and stakeholders
• Analytical Thinking: Strong capability in both qualitative and quantitative analysis to develop evidence‑based strategies
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated ability to provide sound economic advice across varied and complex projects
• Project Management: Skilled in managing timelines, deliverables, and interdisciplinary coordination
• Leadership: Proven experience in leading teams and driving project success

About Dar Economics

At Dar Economics, we support projects across all sectors and geographies — from the Middle East and Gulf region to Sub‑Saharan Africa — working on everything from national development strategies to renewable energy feasibility studies. We empower our clients to have data‑driven decisions at every stage of the project lifecycle.

For more about our global presence and multidisciplinary expertise, visit: https://www.dargroup.com/