Senior Analyst

About Telos Advisers

Telos Advisers is an advisory firm specializing in the most complex transportation and infrastructure projects. Founded by former transportation executives, Telos understands firsthand the challenges of delivering highly regulated and operationally complex projects. Telos brings expertise in infrastructure planning and development, finance, compliance, and public procurement - helping clients successfully navigate the complexities of major capital projects.

Position Overview

Telos Advisers is seeking an Analyst to join our growing team in the Seattle/Pacific Northwest region. This role is designed for a professional with demonstrated experience in infrastructure, transportation, public policy, or financial advisory work who can independently manage analytical workstreams and contribute meaningfully to client engagements. The Senior Analyst will play a key role in supporting complex transportation and infrastructure projects through advanced research, financial and policy analysis, strategic problem-solving, and development of client recommendations. This position will be located in the greater Seattle region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead analytical workstreams related to infrastructure and transit projects, including data collection, evaluation, and interpretation.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on infrastructure policy, transportation trends, public procurement, and project finance.
• Develop and refine analytical models used for forecasting, financial analysis, capital planning, and strategic decision-making.
• Prepare and review client-facing deliverables, including reports, presentations, memoranda, and briefing materials.
• Support project management activities, including coordinating project tasks, tracking deliverables, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to evaluate project alternatives, identify risks and opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations for clients.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to maintaining high standards of analytical rigor, quality, and professionalism across project teams.
• Support firm business development including proposal development, resource management, and opportunity research
• Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Engineering, or a related field required. Advanced degrees such as an MBA, JD, or relevant technical master’s degree are viewed favorably, particularly where they demonstrate strong analytical, financial, regulatory, or infrastructure-related expertise.
• Three to six years of relevant professional experience in consulting, infrastructure advisory, transportation, finance, or public-sector analysis.
• Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with large or complex datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated understanding of transportation, infrastructure finance, capital planning, or public-sector advisory services.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and contribute effectively in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional judgment.

Why Telos Advisers

• Work directly with experienced advisors on projects that influence how infrastructure is funded, delivered, and operated.
• Gain exposure to public-sector clients and major infrastructure initiatives across the country.
• Join a collaborative, mission-driven team that values curiosity, precision, and problem-solving.

 Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $85,000 - $95,000 per year
• Opportunity to participate in discretionary year-end incentive compensation
• 15 days of paid time off (vacation and sick leave combined) in addition to 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) plan
• Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement (QSEHRA) for individual health insurance plans
• Eligible for Washington State Paid Family and Medical Leave.

To apply for this role, please send your resume and cover letter to Lindsay Fincher at lfincher@telosadvisers.com