Water Consulting Associate
Position Summary
WestWater Research seeks a Water Consulting Associate to support water resource initiatives in the Rocky Mountain Region. This role focuses on water supply planning, transaction advisory, and valuation projects, with a strong emphasis on the economic and regulatory aspects of water rights.
Who We Are
WestWater Research is an economic consulting firm that specializes in water resource valuation, water market analysis, water resource economics, and financial and investment services. With a national practice, WestWater assists clients that are buying and selling water rights and other water assets through comprehensive financial and economic analysis of water markets on a regional and local level. Since its inception in 2001, WestWater Research has received national recognition for advising on complex water market and trading issues across every Western State. Our team has over fifty years of focused experience in the water right sector. Learn more on our LinkedIn Page.
What You Do
- Water Market Research
- Research and analyze water rights trading activity in key Western U.S. markets.
- Track market dynamics, regulatory processes, and trading trends.
- Compile data, develop market reports, and maintain professional relationships with industry stakeholders.
- Valuation and Economic Projects
- Provide research and analytical support for client projects, including water asset valuations, financial analysis, and economic modeling.
- Conduct data collection, organize findings, and contribute to deliverables such as reports and presentations.
- Utilize tools like Excel and programming applications for economic and financial modeling.
- Water Asset Valuation
- Assist in delivering valuations, financial analyses, and economic reports on water assets.
- Assist in data collection, analysis, and reporting, ensuring quality and precision.
- Water Rights Consulting
- Advise a diverse client base, including municipalities, utilities, developers, and investors, on water rights issues.
- Assist in managing consulting projects, ensuring timely and actionable deliverables.
What You Have
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Agricultural, Natural Resources, Applied Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field.
- Strong interest in consulting, water resources, agriculture, or natural resource sectors.
- Prior experience (5+ Years preferred) in economic or financial modeling, consulting, or data analysis.
- Familiarity with economic impacts of regulatory and environmental policies, especially in the context of resource allocation and sustainability.
- Knowledge of Western U.S. water rights and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent quantitative, analytical, and investigative skills.
- Proven ability to distill complex data into actionable insights.
- Proficiency in software tools for statistical analysis, financial modeling, or data visualization (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Python, or R).
- Self-starter with strong organizational skills and ability to work independently or collaboratively under tight deadlines.
Compensation
- Salary Range: $80,000–$100,000, based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), annual bonus opportunities, and profit sharing.
Growth Opportunities
- This role offers substantial professional growth, including leadership development and advancement within a rapidly expanding firm.
Location
- This position is required to be in Fort Collins, Colorado. They will be required to be onsite during all normal business hours.
How to Apply
- Click here to apply through LinkedIn. Include a Cover Letter highlighting your interest in water markets and the role along with your uploaded Resume file.
- If you have any questions, please email employment@westwaterresearch.com.
