Sr. Construction Data Specialist

Job Description
MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation. Learn more at www.mii.com.
Summary
We are seeking a Construction Data Specialist to join our innovation team. This role combines the skills of a data analyst and construction consultant, an essential role to enable a breakthrough approach to construction. The ideal candidate will manage and analyze project data, ensuring its accuracy and usefulness in decision-making processes. You will be instrumental in translating complex data sets into actionable insights for project optimization, cost savings, and enhanced performance. Your construction knowledge will guide the application of data insights in a practical, construction-focused context.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Data Management: Collect, input, and maintain project data, ensuring accuracy and integrity in our databases.
• Data Analysis: Organize and analyze data across multiple projects to identify trends, efficiencies, and areas for improvement in construction processes. Provide data-driven recommendations to the project management team.
• Reporting: Develop and present regular reports on project metrics, progress, and forecasts, making complex data understandable for non-technical stakeholders.
• Consultation: Use construction expertise to advise on the practical application of data insights, enhancing project planning, execution, and outcomes.
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, and construction teams to ensure data is effectively integrated into all phases of construction projects.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and contribute to the development of data management protocols and systems.
• Develops and maintains the data dictionary including a detailed catalog or repository of data elements, including their definitions, attributes, and metadata providing comprehensive information about each data element, such as its name, description, data type, length, format, and source.
• Support development and maintain data governance standards and policies
• Collaborates with technical team to implement data schema and data governance and policies
• Responsible for data integrity, robustness, accuracy, completeness, and consistency

Position Qualifications
Education and Experience
The expected educational background for a role with these responsibilities typically includes a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as:

• A degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science or Data Management,
• Advanced degree in data science, data management or information technology preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction industry in roles related to data management, material specification, procurement, project management, etc
• Solid understanding of construction processes, terminology, and project management principles.
• Proven experience in data analysis and management, with a strong preference for experience in the construction industry.
• Proven experience in cost consulting, quantity surveying, or a similar role within the construction industry, with a preference for experience in modular construction.

Skills

• Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, SQL) and construction management software.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates during different stages of project development. Utilize historical data, modular construction techniques, and market trends to forecast project costs.
• Deep understanding of construction processes, materials, and market trends, with an emphasis on modular construction techniques
• Value Engineering: Collaborate with project teams to recommend value engineering options that optimize costs while maintaining design integrity and sustainability goals.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present data and findings clearly to diverse audiences.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Technical Collaboration: strong collaboration skills to work effectively with technical teams in implementing data schema, data governance, and software requirements.

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
For accommodation to assist with completing this application, please contact Human Resources at +1 314-434-1200.
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