Economic Development Manager Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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Come join Baker Tilly's Development Advisory (DA) team as a Project Manager working on our Prevailing Wage & Apprenticeship compliance team. You will be a part of our larger Development Advisory team, which provides a variety of services including, but not limited to, energy and infrastructure advisory and project development support, economic development and capital planning support, and federal grant advisory with potential clients such as Tribes and Tribal Organizations, municipalities, non-profits, and other for-profit entities. This position plays an integral part in Baker Tilly's services tied to the Inflation Reduction Act ("IRA") of 2022.

As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, Baker Tilly offers upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.

You will enjoy this role if:

• You enjoy being in a project manager role helping internal and external stakeholders meet their collective goals.

• You have an interest in energy incentives, construction labor compliance or the Inflation Reduction Act ("IRA") of 2022.

• You crave an opportunity to work with a team of professionals that will challenge you mentally and provide an opportunity for tremendous growth.

• You want to be part of firm is invested in your success by providing the resources and support to continually sharpen your project management and consulting skills and build your career now, for tomorrow

What you will do:

• Lead prevailing wage and apprenticeship compliance efforts for projects seeking IRA credits.

• Facilitate client and contractor meetings, train stakeholders to utilize our compliance program, respond to questions and direct to appropriate team members, and provide direct assistance to project stakeholders.

• Advise internal and external clients on meeting specific requirements related to prevailing wage and apprenticeship throughout the construction process.

• Utilize your interpersonal communication skills to build and manage strong relationships with Baker Tilly colleagues and our clients.

• Assist team leaders by documenting and analyzing processes, internal controls, and workflow to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Support project staff in day-to-day service delivery.

• Learn and grow from direct on-the-job coaching and mentoring along with participating in firmwide learning and development programs.

• Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4-year degree

• 5 years professional experience

Perferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree within business, finance, accounting, supply chain, engineering, construction management or related feild

• A minimum of five (5) plus years of progressive related consulting experience, including at least one (1) year serving as a project manager

• Demonstrated management, analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, communication skills, and highly developed Microsoft Suite skills (Word, Excel) required

• Ability to provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning in order to stay current regarding applicable strategies, see the "big picture" as well as the details, display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of duties

• Experience with construction industry or labor compliance helpful.

The US National pay rate range for this job position is $59,400-$236,800. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety ofrelevant factors including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees,professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers acomprehensive compensation and benefits packageto eligible employees.

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