Assistant Preconstruction Analyst

The Assistant Preconstruction Analyst is a key support role for the effective management of corporate pre-construction work. The Assistant Preconstruction Analyst is responsible for organizing cost data for use by subject matter experts; assisting the Preconstruction Technology Manager in the maintenance of preconstruction databases and the creation of data models in accordance with internal data standards; analyze existing data sets to find patterns, trends or risk that influence decision making and communicate findings through dashboarding, reporting, written analysis, or presentation.

In this role you may be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

• Collects and compiles data from various sources, ensuring data accuracy and completeness. Performs data cleaning and transformations as necessary to prepare it for capture and analysis. Performs project-specific research to supplement provided data from Preconstruction with data available from Construction phase data sources. Capable of evaluating and documenting existing business processes in flow chart form.

• Assists in conducting data analysis using statistical methods, data visualization tools, and data analysis software. Summarizes findings in clear and concise reports.

• Creates visually appealing and informative charts, graphs, and dashboards to present data insights for users, focus groups, and leadership to assist in decision making using tools such as Power BI, Excel, etc. for visualizations. Prepares regular and ad-hoc reports to communicate key metrics and findings to Preconstruction teams and leadership. Ensures reports are accurate and delivered on time.

• Maintains data quality standards by identifying and resolving data discrepancies. Collaborates with cross-functional team members to establish data quality protocols. Validates key project programmatic metrics used throughout our Preconstruction tools.

• Works closely with cross-functional teams, including end users, data engineers, business analysts, vendors and leadership, to understand user and data requirements and deliver actionable insights.

• Stays current with industry trends and best practices in data analysis, preconstruction/construction technologies and evolving construction means and methods.

• Works with end users, cross functional team members and 3 rd Party technology support departments to troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions.

• Drafts thorough training documentation for end-users and keeps end-users informed of changes that impact their job functions with well-planned communications.

• Other tasks that arise to support the needs of our Preconstruction users and business processes.

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in construction management, engineering, computer science, finance, statistics, or a related field

• 1-3 years of experience in a data analyst role working with high volume data and financial information OR 1-3 years of experience in construction-related field with focus on plan reading, quantity survey, and proven ability to quickly extract and process data.

• Proficiency with plan reading and common construction materials and methods.

• Proficiency with primary Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.). Expert efficiency in MS Excel is a MUST

• Familiarity with advanced Microsoft applications (Visio, Project, Access, etc.).

• Familiarity with construction industry-specific technology solutions for quantity survey (Blue Beam Revu.), bid solicitation (Procore, Building Connected, iSqFt/Construct Connect, etc.), estimating (Win Est, Sage, Pro Est, Destini Estimator, etc.)

• Familiarity with data transformation tools and programming languages such as Power Query, SQL, etc.

• Familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.) is a plus.

• Valid Driver’s License Required

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office…