Construction Analyst

Estimating - Civil · Grand Blanc, Michigan

Founded in 1963 by Don Fessler & George Bowman, Fessler & Bowman, Inc. has grown from a residential flatwork & basement wall contractor to a top 100 Commercial Concrete Contractor recognized across the nation. Keeping customer satisfaction as our fundamental core value has allowed Fessler & Bowman, Inc. to prosper for nearly six decades.

Our Culture & Philosophy:

Fessler & Bowman is a fast-paced and culture-focused industry leader in specialty concrete and civil earthwork. When we talk about culture at F&B, it is not just a plaque hanging in our lobby. Our values are our driving force and have allowed us to build a phenomenal team delivering best-in-class products to our customers.

• Open & Constructive
• Take Pride in Our Product
• Relentless Commitment
• Care About Our Customers
• Team Success

Summary:

The Project Data Analyst is an integral part of Fessler & Bowman's Estimating function. Working collaboratively with Project Management, Estimating, Field, and Finance Teams, the Project Data Analyst will ensure projects perform as expected and are accurately documented. This role will also analyze past projects and available construction data to ensure the strategic execution of pre-construction bids. The descriptions below are representative of, but not limited to, the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Five Key Roles of the Project Data Analyst:

• Data Analysis Accuracy: Ensure that data analysis is precise and reliable, resulting in well-informed project decisions and improvements in project performance.
• Project Efficiency: Measure the efficiency of project coordination activities; assist in facilitating project handoff alongside Estimating, Project Management and Field Teams.
• Quality Assurance Score: Maintain regional metrics and evaluate the adherence to quality control measures, striving for the highest possible quality standards on all projects.
• Cost Control Savings: Monitor cost control measures and report on cost-saving opportunities that enhance the company's profitability.
• Documentation Compliance: Assess the completeness and accuracy of project documentation such as budget set up and production quantities and ensuring that all records adhere to industry standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Clean up raw data through the collection, analysis, and interpretation of construction project data to identify trends, potential issues, and areas for improvement.

Create reports and dashboards to communicate project performance, cost analysis, and other relevant metrics to the management team.

Collaborate with estimators, project managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.

Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules, historical costs, and resource allocation.

Track project costs, including materials, labor, and equipment expenses, and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints.

Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose recommendations to optimize project cost efficiency.

Identify inaccurate project records and take steps to correct them.

Establish and build project schedules during the estimating process to place crews in alignment with availability.

Maintain and modify accurate material and subcontracting cos