Construction Data Analyst I

About the Role

We are seeking a Construction Data Analyst I to join our team in Chandler, AZ. Assists in the creation of the Cost Intelligence Group, the outputs of which will include industry benchmark data, collection and statistical analysis of industry data, development of a AtkinsRealis price index for construction, facilitation of the use of AtkinsRealis's' existing historical cost software, and response to occasional specific client requests for particular locations or project types.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops an agreed standard form of elemental cost analysis.
• Develops and maintains a historic cost database for the property sector and industrial sector.
• Establishes a network of office contacts that can provide details of bid projects on a monthly basis.
• Reviews bid information to establish the suitability for further detailed analysis.
• Analyzes all cost information and inputs new projects into the database.
• Creates and maintains a series of cost and location indices that in turn will automatically update historic cost information to current date and location.
• Prepares occasional bespoke client reports upon request – varying topics.
• May prepare regular articles of interest in connection with costs within the construction industry e.g., cost of LEED certification, including articles for publications.
• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

Complexity: Work involves application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out somewhat diversified tasks requiring the use of analysis, interpretation, and deductive reasoning.

Decision-Making: Receives direct supervision on new aspects of assignments, exercising independent judgment on details of regular assignments, minor modifications, and adaptations of alternatives.

Work Direction: May supervise, give work direction to, and/or review the work of junior technical staff and/or others who assist in specific assignments.

Internal Contacts: Interfaces with senior technical staff, technical managers, and administrative staff and managers as necessary.

External Contacts: Limited external contacts.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in construction, Economics or a related field.
• Experience including data management, economics or statistical background preferred.
• Must thoroughly understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet, Intranet, Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.
• Must be highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong decision-making abilities.
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.