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H-1B visa jobs for Economic Analysts are well-suited to sponsorship because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in economics, finance, or a closely related field, meeting the specialty occupation standard. Employers across federal contracting, financial services, and policy research actively file LCAs for this occupation code.
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The Senior Economic Analyst is responsible for delivering forward-looking economic intelligence that drives strategy and decision-making across Burns & McDonnell. Sitting within the Market Insights team in Corporate Marketing, this role connects global, regional, and local market conditions and sector-specific trends to the decisions made by business development and project management, marketing, finance, procurement, and estimating teams. This position monitors and analyzes economic signals at every level — from global macroeconomic forces and geopolitical developments to regional market dynamics and local project demand — translating them into actionable, micro-level intelligence that helps the firm identify growth opportunities, manage market risk, and stay ahead of shifts in demand before they arrive. The Senior Economic Analyst works closely with growth strategy functions, specifically Go-to-Market teams and business development, and partners with finance, procurement, estimating and business line leadership — delivering the economic vision and market intelligence that give each team a sharper, more forward-looking foundation for their decisions and strategies.
- Develop and maintain forward-looking economic outlooks across Burns & McDonnell's core markets, including energy, infrastructure, and buildings sectors.
- Build rolling near-term and multi-year market forecasts that feed business line planning cycles, strategic resource allocation and annual business planning.
- Monitor economic indicators at the global, regional, and local level — including infrastructure investment trends, federal and state spending signals, international market developments, and policy changes — that affect the firm's pipeline and competitive positioning.
- Track commodity markets across the full range of materials and inputs relevant to construction and engineering, and translate price movements and supply chain conditions into bid, procurement, and project risk inputs.
- Monitor geopolitical developments and global supply chain conditions that affect material availability, lead times, and cost; provide ongoing intelligence to procurement and estimating teams.
- Serve as an economic resource to the estimating group, grounding cost assumptions in current and forward-looking commodity and market pricing data.
- Partner with Go-to-Market strategy and BD leadership to align pursuit priorities and marketing investments with projected sector demand and economic growth areas.
- Support market sizing, opportunity scoring, and competitive intelligence frameworks across practice areas, domestic geographic markets, and international opportunities.
- Leverage AI tools and market data platforms strategically, applying economic judgment to identify where those tools add value and where human analysis must lead. Present economic findings to senior leadership and cross-functional teams in clear, actionable terms that inform and drive decisions.
- Produce accessible market outlooks, briefings, and intelligence summaries that inform strategy at every level of the firm.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance from an accredited program and 8 years of related experience required.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in an applied economics, market research, industry analysis, or economic consulting role preferred.
- Experience in a corporate strategy, financial services, or professional services environment preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to connect global, regional, and local economic conditions and sector-level trends to operational and business decisions — not just research outputs preferred.
- Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to present complex economic analysis clearly, including senior leadership, BD teams, estimators, and procurement leads.
- Experience with commodity markets, supply chain economics, or construction/infrastructure sector dynamics strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with economic modeling, market forecasting, and quantitative analysis strongly preferred; practical judgment about when and how to apply these methods is essential.
- Experience working within or in close partnership with growth strategy functions like marketing and business development preferred.
- Experience building or contributing to rolling market forecasts integrated into annual or multi-year business planning cycles preferred.
- Familiarity with one or more of Burns & McDonnell's end markets — energy, infrastructure or buildings preferred.
- Proficiency with AI-assisted research tools and market data platforms required; fluency with platforms such as Bloomberg, Wood Mackenzie, IBISWorld, S&P Global, or Dodge Construction Network preferred.
- Demonstrated strong collaborative instincts and comfort operating as a resource across multiple functions and disciplines preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
- Ability to work independently, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound judgements.
- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Business Analysts
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 265108
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MJ #COR
Description
The Senior Economic Analyst is responsible for delivering forward-looking economic intelligence that drives strategy and decision-making across Burns & McDonnell. Sitting within the Market Insights team in Corporate Marketing, this role connects global, regional, and local market conditions and sector-specific trends to the decisions made by business development and project management, marketing, finance, procurement, and estimating teams. This position monitors and analyzes economic signals at every level — from global macroeconomic forces and geopolitical developments to regional market dynamics and local project demand — translating them into actionable, micro-level intelligence that helps the firm identify growth opportunities, manage market risk, and stay ahead of shifts in demand before they arrive. The Senior Economic Analyst works closely with growth strategy functions, specifically Go-to-Market teams and business development, and partners with finance, procurement, estimating and business line leadership — delivering the economic vision and market intelligence that give each team a sharper, more forward-looking foundation for their decisions and strategies.
- Develop and maintain forward-looking economic outlooks across Burns & McDonnell's core markets, including energy, infrastructure, and buildings sectors.
- Build rolling near-term and multi-year market forecasts that feed business line planning cycles, strategic resource allocation and annual business planning.
- Monitor economic indicators at the global, regional, and local level — including infrastructure investment trends, federal and state spending signals, international market developments, and policy changes — that affect the firm's pipeline and competitive positioning.
- Track commodity markets across the full range of materials and inputs relevant to construction and engineering, and translate price movements and supply chain conditions into bid, procurement, and project risk inputs.
- Monitor geopolitical developments and global supply chain conditions that affect material availability, lead times, and cost; provide ongoing intelligence to procurement and estimating teams.
- Serve as an economic resource to the estimating group, grounding cost assumptions in current and forward-looking commodity and market pricing data.
- Partner with Go-to-Market strategy and BD leadership to align pursuit priorities and marketing investments with projected sector demand and economic growth areas.
- Support market sizing, opportunity scoring, and competitive intelligence frameworks across practice areas, domestic geographic markets, and international opportunities.
- Leverage AI tools and market data platforms strategically, applying economic judgment to identify where those tools add value and where human analysis must lead. Present economic findings to senior leadership and cross-functional teams in clear, actionable terms that inform and drive decisions.
- Produce accessible market outlooks, briefings, and intelligence summaries that inform strategy at every level of the firm.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance from an accredited program and 8 years of related experience required.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in an applied economics, market research, industry analysis, or economic consulting role preferred.
- Experience in a corporate strategy, financial services, or professional services environment preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to connect global, regional, and local economic conditions and sector-level trends to operational and business decisions — not just research outputs preferred.
- Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to present complex economic analysis clearly, including senior leadership, BD teams, estimators, and procurement leads.
- Experience with commodity markets, supply chain economics, or construction/infrastructure sector dynamics strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with economic modeling, market forecasting, and quantitative analysis strongly preferred; practical judgment about when and how to apply these methods is essential.
- Experience working within or in close partnership with growth strategy functions like marketing and business development preferred.
- Experience building or contributing to rolling market forecasts integrated into annual or multi-year business planning cycles preferred.
- Familiarity with one or more of Burns & McDonnell's end markets — energy, infrastructure or buildings preferred.
- Proficiency with AI-assisted research tools and market data platforms required; fluency with platforms such as Bloomberg, Wood Mackenzie, IBISWorld, S&P Global, or Dodge Construction Network preferred.
- Demonstrated strong collaborative instincts and comfort operating as a resource across multiple functions and disciplines preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
- Ability to work independently, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound judgements.
- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Business Analysts
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 265108
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MJ #COR
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Align your degree to SOC 19-3011
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to your job duties. For Economic Analyst roles, a degree in economics, applied mathematics, or econometrics gives you the strongest specialty occupation argument. A business or finance degree works if your coursework included quantitative economic analysis.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Run your offer through the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 19-3011 before accepting, so you know whether the posted salary clears the Level I or Level II threshold.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Federal contractors, multilateral development organizations, consulting firms, and financial institutions file LCAs for economists regularly. Use Migrate Mate to search verified H-1B visa sponsoring employers by role, so you're applying to companies with an established filing process rather than starting from scratch.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
Economic Analysts at consulting firms sometimes rotate between client sites. Each new worksite requires a separately certified LCA before you begin working there. Confirm with your employer that they have a process for certifying additional locations before accepting a role with travel or multi-site requirements.
Use O*NET to document your specialty occupation case
If USCIS issues a Request for Evidence questioning whether your position qualifies as a specialty occupation, the O*NET profile for economists supports your case. It shows the occupation typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher and lists the analytical and modeling tasks central to the role.
Understand how cap timing affects your start date
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so confirm your expected start date with your employer before resigning from your current role. Cap-subject approvals can only authorize employment starting October 1, which affects how you plan the gap between accepting an offer and your first day.
H-1B Visa Economic Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Economic Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Economic Analyst positions typically qualify as a specialty occupation because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in economics, finance, applied mathematics, or a directly related field. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard for the position in the industry. Employers strengthening their petition should document that the job duties require theoretical and applied economics knowledge at the degree level.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Economic Analysts?
Federal contractors, financial services firms, economic consulting practices, and multilateral institutions are consistent H-1B sponsors for this occupation. Research and policy organizations also file regularly. To find employers with verified LCA filing history for Economic Analyst roles, browse Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies that have already gone through the sponsorship process for this occupation.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Economic Analyst job offers?
The DOL requires your employer to certify on the LCA that your wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for SOC code 19-3011 in the metropolitan area where you'll work. The wage level, Level I through Level IV, corresponds to your experience and complexity of duties. Run your offer against the OFLC Wage Search before accepting so you know whether the salary clears the threshold for your level.
Can I use a three-year bachelor's degree from outside the U.S. to qualify for H-1B sponsorship as an Economic Analyst?
USCIS accepts foreign three-year degrees if a credential evaluation establishes equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree. For Economic Analysts, the field of study matters as much as the credential level. Have your degree evaluated by a NACES-member credential evaluation service before applying, and ensure the evaluation explicitly addresses equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's in economics or a related discipline.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer is acquired or restructures?
If your employer is acquired or merges, your H-1B status may remain valid under a successor-in-interest arrangement, but only if the new entity assumes the LCA obligations and your job duties remain materially the same. A material change in duties, location, or wage can require a new LCA or an amended I-129 petition. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel before the transaction closes.