Job Description – Market Expert (Urban Planning & Infrastructure) Position: Market Expert Qualification: * MBA / PGDM in Management, Economics, Finance, Urban Economics, or equivalent from a recognized institution. Experience: * Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in market analysis, urban infrastructure, transport planning, or economic development projects. Kannada speaking preferred. Key Responsibilities: * Conduct market demand assessments and economic feasibility studies for urban development and infrastructure projects. * Analyze market trends, investment opportunities, and financing mechanisms for urban infrastructure initiatives. * Develop business cases and financial models for cities, development authorities, housing boards, and infrastructure agencies. * Support preparation of master plans, mobility plans, and urban development strategies through market and economic analysis. * Identify potential funding sources, market borrowing options, and public-private partnership (PPP) opportunities. * Lead investor outreach activities and stakeholder consultations. * Assess commercial viability of real estate and mixed-use development projects. * Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for government agencies and project stakeholders. * Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including planners, transport experts, engineers, and financial consultants. Preferred Skills: * Strong knowledge of urban economics, infrastructure financing, and PPP frameworks. * Experience in market research, financial analysis, and investment promotion. * Excellent analytical, report-writing, and stakeholder management skills. * Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and economic/financial modeling tools.