Construction Analyst

Murray Resources - Best Staffing Agency; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K - company match

Job summary

A leading architectural firm is seeking a Construction Analyst responsible for overseeing project quality through site observations and reporting. This role involves working independently on-site, ensuring compliance with construction standards, and collaborating with project teams. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in Construction Management and have at least 3 years of relevant experience. Strong proficiency in construction management software, along with good problem-solving skills, is essential. Competitive salary offered along with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in construction analysis or similar roles.
• Ability to travel overnight to multiple states as needed.
• Familiarity with multifamily developments and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site observations and generate detailed reports.
• Ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Coordinate with project teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Construction management software proficiency

Technical writing

Problem-solving

Knowledge of Accessibility regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Job description

A leading architectural firm is seeking a Construction Analyst to support project oversight through site observations, reporting, and construction analysis. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of construction practices and the ability to work independently in the field. Reporting to the Project Manager, the new hire will help ensure project quality and compliance by conducting site visits, preparing reports, and reviewing progress documentation while coordinating with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to keep projects on track.

Salary + Additional Benefits:

• $80,000-$90,000
• 401K - company match

Type of Position: Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

Site Observations – travel approximately 3+/- days per week and may require overnight stay

• Attend Preconstruction conference, site observation meetings, Punch Lists and warranty Post Construction observation meetings (as applicable) to confirm general substantial compliance with Plans and Specs.
• Identify and report any construction practices not in substantial compliance with Plans and Specifications, accessibility and general quality construction practices.
• Consult with State Housing agency, GC Project Supervisors and Owner reps.
• Complete standard Field report with photos and detailed descriptions of work observed in accordance with the Field Report SOP.
• Review and execute Pay Applications for general conformance with actual progress and coordinating with Assist Team and Accounting as required.
• Perform plan review for general understanding of project objectives and familiarity with each project to be visited.
• Coordinate with PM/PC for RFI’s that come up during site observation visits.
• Maintain and organize electronic files including Plans, Specs, pay requests and monthly reports.

Physical Condition/Capital Needs Assessments

• Perform Site visits to gather information about existing project conditions in accordance with the PNA/CNA SOP.
• Use prior experience and Fannie Mae EUL (estimated useful life) tables to determine the EUL of all Building systems.
• Determine cost of project repairs and replacements over the term of the loan.

Administrative

• Manage time effectively and supporting others—including employees, supervisors, clients, customers, and owners—in doing the same.
• Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Complete personal timesheet entries on a daily/weekly basis in a timely manner.
• Attend weekly Project Status Report Meetings to review production schedules/goals.
• Attend quarterly PM/PC meetings.
• Communicate status updates and needs and uploading necessary information to relevant team members in accordance with time standards. (This position will be supported by administrative staff in assembling and distributing reports.)
• Accountable for minimizing unnecessary expenditures; tracking company credit card expenses with the Accounting Department; turning in coded receipts on a monthly basis.
• Ensure that your designated company vehicle(s) is maintained properly.
• Complete annual JPR reviews.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field and at least 3 years of experience in construction analysis or a similar role, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools
• Understand technical instructions and correspondence—both written and oral
• Write intermediate-level communications, and effectively present information to management, employees, or stakeholders
• Understand and use basic mathematical relationships and formulas
• Work independently (with little or no supervision), apply common sense to problem-solving, and use diplomacy and tact when addressing issues
• Identify problems, determine effective solutions, and critically evaluate information for accuracy and relevance.
• Handle situations involving multiple concrete variables
• Experience and understanding of Accessibility regulations that apply to multifamily developments, including UFAS (Section 504), Fair Housing, ANSI , ADA, IBC and IRC, at community spaces
• General good practices knowledge of low rise, stick framed construction
• Must have valid Operator’s Driver license and be insurable
• Must be able to travel overnight into multiple states by air and car, as required

Due to the high volume of applications we typically receive, we regret that we are not able to personally respond to all applications. However, if you are invited to take the next step in the process, you will typically be contacted within one week of submitting your application.