ECONOMIST 1 - 3

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Join DOTD as an Economist 1 - 3

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking an  Economist 1 - 3 to support statewide transportation planning, cost estimating, forecasting, risk management, and value engineering initiatives within the Office of Engineering.

This position serves as a high-level economic resource for DOTD policy and the Highway Priority Program by conducting economic research, analyzing cost trends, supporting project cost estimates, and developing tools and reports that assist leadership in making informed project delivery decisions.

This role is ideal for an economist or research professional who enjoys data analysis, forecasting, economic policy, transportation infrastructure, and developing practical tools that support major public investment decisions.

Applicants with experience in economic research, forecasting, cost estimating, transportation economics, risk analysis, value engineering, statistical reporting, or data-driven decision support are encouraged to apply.

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Job Duties:

• Conducts economic research and analysis related to DOTD policy, transportation projects, and the Highway Priority Program.
• Develops, implements, and maintains cost estimating tools, methods, programs, and forecasting resources for DOTD transportation projects.
• Collects and analyzes economic data, cost trends, bid history, indices, and other information affecting transportation project estimates.
• Prepares and distributes economic trend reports, statistical analyses, presentations, and recommendations for DOTD leadership and project delivery teams.
• Supports risk management and quality assurance efforts by helping identify project risks, cost trends, and mitigation strategies.
• Assists project managers, design staff, and executive-level stakeholders with cost estimating, forecasting, and economic analysis.
• Supports Critical Projects and Innovative Procurement efforts, including alternative delivery, value-for-money analysis, pre-procurement assistance, and cost estimate reviews.
• Develops, coordinates, and manages Value Engineering Program activities consistent with applicable requirements, policies, and guidance.
• Represents DOTD on cost estimating, value engineering, AASHTOWare, or related technical committees and workgroups.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including emergency or disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details:

Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled at the Economist 1, Economist 2, or Economist 3 level based on the qualifications of the selected applicant and agency needs.

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment, promotion, or by detail to special duty.

Compensation: Additional compensation may be considered for applicants who possess extraordinary job-related qualifications or credentials in accordance with State Civil Service Rule 6.5(g) and DOTD policy. Any such consideration is subject to approval, verification, and applicable pay limitations.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/). Resumes will not be accepted in place of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Engineer Administrator - Plan Quality & Publications

1201 Capitol Access Road

Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Office: (225) 379-1036

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type. 

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