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- Hybrid, Madrid
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- Full-time


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Skills
Nice to have
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- University degree in Economics, Sociology, Economic Geography, or related disciplines.
- More than 5 years of experience in economic and social impact studies.
- Demonstrable experience in energy, mining, infrastructure, or large industrial development projects.
- Solid knowledge of economic modeling, statistical, and econometric analysis.
- Experience in the management and analysis of socioeconomic databases.
- Fluent level of Spanish and English, both oral and written.
- Analytical capacity and excellent technical report writing skills.
- Communication skills and customer orientation.
Nice to have
- Experience leading economic and social impact studies for large investment projects.
- Experience in the application of Input-Output, SROI, and cost-benefit analysis methodologies.
- Participation in due diligence processes, project financing, or assessments for multilateral organizations.
- Advanced Excel skills and knowledge of tools such as R, Python, Power BI, or GIS.
- Experience in projects related to energy transition, natural resources, or territorial development.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Participate in high-impact projects for leading national and international clients.
- Collaborative, multicultural, and multidisciplinary work environment.
- Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
- Exposure to strategic projects linked to the energy transition, sustainable development, and the creation of economic and social value.
- Flexible working model and possibilities for growth within a global organization.
The role
Are you motivated to help organizations generate economic and social value through projects that drive the sustainable development of communities and territories?
We are looking to hire an Economic and Social Impact Consultant for our Sustainability and Environment team in Madrid. You will participate in national and international projects for clients in the energy, mining, industrial, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors, supporting them in the assessment and quantification of the economic and social impacts derived from their projects and investments.
You will work alongside specialists in sustainability, environment, biodiversity, social performance, and planning, contributing to projects with a real impact on economic development, job creation, and the generation of shared value for communities.
What you'll do
As an Economic and Social Impact Consultant, you will participate in the development and leadership of economic and social impact studies associated with strategic energy, mining, industry, and infrastructure projects. Your work will allow for the demonstration and quantification of the economic and social value creation of projects, supporting financing processes, impact assessments, permitting, and decision-making for national and international clients.
Main responsibilities
- Lead economic and social impact studies for renewable energy, new fuels, power grids, industrial developments, mining, and other projects.
- Prepare Socio-Economic Impact Assessments (SEIA) and other economic and social impact assessment studies.
- Assess impacts on local communities, stakeholders, and supply chains.
- Apply Input-Output analysis methodologies, economic multipliers, Social Return on Investment (SROI), and Cost-Benefit Analysis.
- Quantify contributions to GDP, direct, indirect, and induced job creation, regional development, and income generation.
- Manage the collection, processing, and analysis of socioeconomic information.
- Prepare technical reports, executive presentations, and documentation for financial entities, multilateral organizations, and public administrations.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams in economics, sustainability, biodiversity, social performance, and planning.
- Maintain a close relationship with clients and support the development of new business opportunities and commercial proposals.
Technical skills
- Economic modeling.
- Statistical and econometric analysis.
- Management of socioeconomic databases.
- Advanced Excel; proficiency in R, Python, Power BI, or GIS is desirable.
- Excellent technical writing skills in English and Spanish.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social, and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with professional services revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location, or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and pioneering mindset are fostered.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds, and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We offer a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We are the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we are in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us and you will obtain all the benefits of being part of a global publicly traded company: access to industry-leading technology and thought leadership, and transformative work with great impact and work flexibility. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe in the potential of every person and will help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services in design, engineering, construction, and program management. With over 50,000 employees worldwide, it operates across sectors including transportation, buildings, water, energy, and the environment, serving public and private clients on projects ranging from highways and rail systems to data centers and environmental remediation.
In Spain, AECOM has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing local engineers and specialists. The company is actively hiring for roles in civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, as well as BIM and CAD positions, reflecting its involvement in major infrastructure projects across the country. For international professionals, AECOM offers opportunities to work on diverse projects, a global career network, and a collaborative work environment that values technical excellence and innovation.
- Industry
- Engineering
- Founded
- 1990
- Employees
- 50,000+
- Headquarters
- Dallas, USA
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- AECOM has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, providing local employment opportunities in Spain.
- The company is a global leader in infrastructure consulting, offering international career mobility and exposure to large-scale projects.
- Many roles in Spain are bilingual (Spanish/English), and the company supports professional development and technical training.
- AECOM's Spanish operations focus on transportation, water, and environmental projects, with opportunities for engineers and designers.
- The company offers competitive benefits and a collaborative work culture, with a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability.
In their own words
About the company & team
At AECOM, we deliver a better world.
Whether it's improving transport links, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, we believe infrastructure has the power to improve communities and people's lives.
We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, and as such, we bring together the best people, ideas, and digital solutions, as well as the best technical knowledge. We partner with our clients to turn their ambitions into action and change the world for the better.
We are proud to be recognized for our leadership, for example, by being ranked #1 by Fortune as the World's Most Admired Company in our industry for two consecutive years.
Join us and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
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