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BAIM'S Cirque
COME TAKE A Run
Open to applying my experience to new industries and roles where I can contribute sound judgement, practical insight, and long-term value.​
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I'm Eric Baim, a project manager and financial analyst with over 19 years of experience in land planning and real estate finance. I help guide complex projects — from concept to completion — with a focus on maximizing value and aligning with long-term goals.
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I've worked across public and private sectors, managing negotiations, analyzing infrastructure finance (TIF, PID), and leading data-driven planning efforts. My background combines technical analysis with big-picture thinking, and I enjoy turning complex challenges into practical outcomes.
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Outside of work, you’ll usually find me outdoors — hiking, skiing, or anywhere I can get into the mountains.
PROFESSIONAL OUTLOOK
Where I Am. Where I’m Going.
I enjoy approaching professional challenges with the same mindset I use while skiing: a desire to adventure into new terrain, a positive attitude about taking laps on the groomers, and an uncontrollable desire to constantly improve, all while anticipating and managing real world risks.
This adventurous view of life coupled with my vast skill set and experience should make me a valuable addition to your team. Please continue browsing this site and let me know if you have any questions, or want to take a ski day.
ABOUT BAIM
Who is Eric Baim?
Working with the Trust Lands Administration, Eric has been trained by and worked with some of the top real estate development professionals in the state.
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Valuing honest and integrity, Eric is an active member in his local community. He grew up in Idaho and moved to Salt Lake City to attend college at the University of Utah. Years later, Eric still lives near downtown SLC and on weekend powder days will likely be found up the Cottonwood Canyons.
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He has worked on a wide variety of projects which have built him into a skilled professional. Today, he is looking for new adventures and new horizons to summit.
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Eric's ultimate goal is to work for the betterment of all sentient life, while learning and enjoying the ride.
My Career
WORK EXPERIENCE
PROJECT MANAGER, UTAH SCHOOL AND INSTITUTIONAL TRUST LANDS ADMINISTRATION (SITLA)
2020 - Current
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Managed diverse industrial and residential projects, from concept through completion, optimizing land use and maximizing returns on projects with NPV’s upwards of $50 million including economic due diligence, land entitlement, and multi-use development strategy.
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Negotiated complex agreements (sales, easements, joint ventures) with private partners and state / local entities to maximize value and ensure legal and financial compliance.
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Negotiated land exchange of over 4,000 acres valued over $25 million.
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Interfaced with city and county councils, planning commissions, redevelopment agencies, and SITLA departments (GIS, legal, IT and asset teams) to align project goals and deliver high-value outcomes for the agency and trust beneficiaries.
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Evaluated Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and Public Infrastructure Districts (PID) for multiple projects, conducting in-depth analyses to assess and optimize financial structures and enhance funding mechanisms for public infrastructure development.
PROJECT FINANCIAL ANALYST, SITLA
2007 - Current
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Conducted comprehensive financial analyses, driving key decisions through modeling of cash flows, NPVs, and IRRs on projects valued up to $500 million.
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Innovated a project and cost accounting system, enhancing oversight.
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Managed $5 million capital budget.
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Compiled and presented annual reports for individual development projects and department wide performance, guiding strategic direction with insightful analyses of project KPIs and financial health.
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT INTERN, SITLA
2006-2007
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Played a key role in the development and implementation of a complex project and cost accounting system, gaining in-depth industry knowledge.
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Supported the planning and execution of multiple land management projects, honing skills in project management and strategic analysis.
GENERAL MANAGER, THE PIE PIZZERIA
2002 - 2005
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Managed a team of 55 employees in a fast paced, award winning operation.
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Improved efficiencies of deliveries, schedules, and cooking while decreasing customer wait times and restaurant costs.
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Learned how to cook a great pizza!
WHAT I'M GREAT AT
BUSINESS SKILLS
Budgeting and Forecasting
Contract Structuring and Negotiation
Data Mining and Analysis
Financial Modeling (NPV / IRR)
General Management
Government Operations
Land Management and Planning
Legal Agreements (easements, sales, JV's, exchanges)
Personnel Issues
Policy Development
Problem Solving
Project Management
Public Infrastructure Districts (PID)
Real Estate Development
Six Sigma / Statistics
Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
Time Management
MS OFFICE
Word
Excel
Project
Access
Publisher
PowerPoint
DATA BASE AND SPREADSHEETS
Crystal Reports
@Risk
Minitab
GIS
SQL
ADVENTURE SKILLS
Hiking and Backpacking
Skiing and Snowboarding
Bicycling and Paddleboarding
Backyard Mechanics
Dog Whispering
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Where I Learned
MBA, DAVID ECCLES SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Emphasis on Marketing, Project Management, Financial Analysis, and Data Analysis
BS, POLITICAL SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Research, Professional Writing, Policy Debate,
CERTIFIED PUBLIC MANAGER (CPM) STATE OF UTAH
Certified Public Manager® is a professional designation granted by nationally accredited programs in state and federal governments. The CPM Program increases the capacity of its participants to effectively lead people, manage work processes and develop self-mastery.
"I AM MORE THAN I APPEAR TO BE, ALL THE WORLD'S STRENGTH AND POWER RESTS INSIDE ME."
R.S. Sharma
GET IN TOUCH
Got something you’d like me to work on? Or how about a friendly chat? Contact me today.
