Land Economics Consultant

About the Opportunity

Our thriving Vancouver office is looking to add a talented and enthusiastic Land Economics Consultant to join our existing team of professionals serving clients and communities across Metro Vancouver and British Columbia. We’re searching for a curious and solutions-focused individual who wants to start building their career alongside our team of established practitioners.

Coupled with the diverse learning and project experience opportunities, do you see yourself excited to contribute to…

• Preparing background research using primary and secondary data sources to support cost and revenue inputs for pro forma analysis work.
• Conducting market trend analysis, including housing and retail demand forecasts.
• Assisting in the preparation of proposals, work plans, informational interviews, and presentations.
• Writing memorandums, report sections, and reports as needed to summarize analyses and present findings and recommendations.
• Conducting market research related to a variety of land uses in urban and rural markets, as required.
• Connecting with clients, including exploring issues and opportunities.

About You

Our ideal candidate will be a recent graduate from an urban planning, geography, urban land economics, or business administration program with up to 2 years of relevant experience.

The core skills that will help you succeed here include:

• You have an interest and curiosity in expanding your knowledge and skills for financial and market analysis specific to real estate development and operations.
• You are comfortable working with large volumes of data, including gathering, cleaning, and organizing data to ensure accuracy and reliability for analysis.
• You are interested in serving local governments, Indigenous communities, and the development industry.
• You are a self-starter and enjoy being resourceful and creative when dealing with imperfect or contradictory data.
• You demonstrate advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• You have experience working with interdisciplinary teams and supporting a team-oriented environment through effective communication, active listening, and empathy.
• You are accountable and dependable, taking responsibility for your actions and consistently meeting deadlines.
• You possess a consulting mindset and are always looking for ways to provide value and insights to clients and the team around you.

The following skills and experience would be considered an asset:

• Experience conducting statistical analysis using Statistics Canada, experience with pro forma analysis, and a well-rounded understanding of real estate, development, municipal finance, and planning.

About Us

Urban Systems is a Canadian employee-owned interdisciplinary community consulting firm. We are united in our mission to transform communities everywhere into vibrant places where people want to live today, tomorrow, and forever.

At Urban Systems, vibrant communities are everything—including our own work community. Since 1975, we have grown to more than 700 people with 18 offices across Canada. Every day, our purpose-driven team works closely with our clients and their communities to deliver impactful work. We are proud to work with diverse clients, including Indigenous communities, all levels of government, commercial and residential land developers, and the natural resource sector.

We care for our communities and for our people. It’s our differences that make us exciting, and our shared belief in Urban Systems that binds us together. We’re searching for the creative and passionate and the curious and courageous to join us in creating meaningful and generational change in communities.

Our Commitment to You

Are you looking for opportunities to participate in challenging projects and work with multiple teams? Join a diverse and supportive group of professionals at Urban Systems and take part in impactful work building vibrant communities across Canada. Here’s what you can expect as a team member at Urban Systems:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits. You’ll receive competitive compensation, extended health, dental, vision care coverage, and more. This position will have a salary range of $75,000.00 - $81,000.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The range is negotiable based on your skillset and experience.
• Paid Time Off. We encourage all team members to take time off to recharge. Enjoy 3 weeks of paid vacation to start, in addition to statutory days off throughout the year.
• Learn and grow. Your professional growth & development is supported here. You are encouraged to take initiative and shape your career through coaching, in-house learning, technical courses, and more.
• Work with Interdisciplinary Teams. Amazing things happen when you mix creativity, curiosity, teamwork, and a strong desire to collaborate and innovate. You will be part of diverse, interdisciplinary teams to deliver important projects for our clients and their communities.
• Flexible Hours & Work Environment. You have a life outside of work. We offer flexibility in your work schedule and work environment to help you do your best work and meet your commitments.
• Saving for the Future. To help you achieve your long-term retirement goals, we offer a Long-Term Matching Program that matches your contributions (up to 5%) to an RRSP or TSFA.
• Support through Transitions. You will be supported through life’s moments and transitions, big or small, including top-up for parental leave for both biological and adoptive parents.
• Create Lasting Community Impact. 98% of Urban Systems employees believe that the work we do is important. Join a team of like-minded leaders and work together to bring impactful community projects to life!

How to Apply

If this describes your background, skills, and attributes, please visit our website for more information and submit your resume and cover letter. If it doesn’t describe you exactly, but you feel you are well suited to this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Urban Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create an inclusive culture for all employees. Our clients come from all walks of life, and so do you. We believe that diversity and unity amongst our teams leads to building vibrant communities.

Deadline for applications: Monday, January 27, at 9:00 am PST