Senior Economist

At VIA HFR, we are re-imagining passenger rail service on behalf of the Government of Canada! Our goal is to create a new sustainable train network that that will run faster, more often and will be more reliable between Toronto and Québec City. The HFR project is Canada's largest infrastructure project in generations.

Are you ready to take on a stimulating and impactful challenge? Look no further: VIA HFR is looking for a Senior Economist.

The role

Reporting to the Senior Vice-President, Strategy and Partnerships, the Senior Economist will lead and produce all economic studies and cost-benefit analysis required to support the advancement of the Toronto-Quebec City rapid train project, provide strategic advice, and prepare reports for the senior management team and the Board of Directors. He or she will need to have the ability to publicly represent the corporation and present the rationale of the project.

The responsibilities

• Model and analyze the impact of government policies and regulations at macroeconomic and microeconomic levels.
• Provide strategic recommendations to senior management based on economic information and market research.
• Evaluate the economic costs and benefits of the project.
• Prepare detailed business cases for the project.
• Advise on economic issues related to the project, including the impact on the local and national economy.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers and other stakeholders to understand the technical details of the Project and their economic impact.
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders, including government, investors, and the public.
• Monitor economic trends and government policies that could affect the project.

The requirements

• Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, or a related field. A master’s degree in economics will be considered a strong asset.
• Minimum 8 years experience in infrastructure economics or transportation economics.
• Strong quantitative analysis skills and ability to use data analysis software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French, with the ability to give presentations in both official languages.
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Why join our innovative team?

• Group insurance that is fully paid for you and your family, including medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• A pension plan and saving options (RRSP and TFSA)
• Flexible benefits: access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle
• Vacation based on experience, available as soon as you're hired
• Incentive bonus program
• Work in flexible hybrid mode
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation and forward-thinking solutions
• A unique opportunity to craft the future of transportation in Canada

We strive to create strong and diverse teams

At VIA HFR, we believe in the strength of diverse teams. We aspire to offer an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. We therefore invite all qualified individuals, regardless of their identity or differences, to apply. You can learn more about the whole project on our VIA HFR webpage.

Please let us know if you require any accommodation during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any accommodation confidential.

Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.