Construction Technology Business Analyst

The Weitz Company; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

The Weitz Company in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Construction Technology Business Analyst to bridge Operations and IT, improving construction tech to support project execution and field operations.

You will collaborate with PMs, engineers, superintendents, and operations leadership, serve as SME for Procore, and drive adoption of tech solutions across the organization. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in commercial construction project engineering/management or construction technology support.
• Experience translating business challenges into system improvements.
• Degree in CM, Engineering, Business, or Information Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify technology improvement opportunities with PMs, engineers, and ops leaders.
• Advise on construction technology solutions and translate challenges into system improvements.
• Partner with project teams and vendors to deliver measurable value across the organization.
• Act as SME for Procore and other construction tech solutions.
• Provide advanced business process and application support for construction project teams.
• Assist with system configuration, process optimization, and standardization efforts.
• Analyze business processes and recommend efficiency, quality, and UX improvements.
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality, reporting, visibility, and decision-making.
• Define requirements for integrations involving Procore, Workday, and other systems.
• Document current and future state processes and identify automation opportunities.
• Support training and user adoption and gather feedback from project teams.
• Create/update training materials and facilitate training sessions when needed.
• Promote consistent and effective use of construction technology across the organization.
• Develop understanding of Weitz project delivery processes and operational workflows.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Process improvement

Communication

Change management

Facilitation

Collaboration

Problem solving

Training support

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

Information Systems degree

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

MS Excel

Job description

The Weitz Company is hiring a Construction Technology Business Analyst to join our Information Technology (IT) team! The Construction Technology Business Analyst serves as the liaison between Operations and IT to ensure systems and construction technologies effectively support project execution, field operations, and business objectives. This role combines construction industry experience with technology acumen to improve processes, support users, drive adoption, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. If you are analytical, enjoys problem-solving, and understand construction workflows then this could be a great opportunity for you!

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You’ll Do:

• Work with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and Operations leadership to identify technology improvement opportunities
• Serve as a trusted advisor for construction technology solutions and translate business challenges into system improvements
• Partner with project teams, operations leadership, learning & development, IT, and vendors to ensure construction technology solutions deliver measurable value across the organization
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Procore and other construction technology solutions
• Provide advanced business process/application support for construction project teams
• Assist with system configuration, process optimization, and standardization efforts while supporting project teams in the effective use of construction technology platforms
• Analyze business processes and recommend solutions to improve efficiency, quality, and user experience
• Identify opportunities to improve data/reporting accuracy, quality, visibility, and decision-making
• Assist with defining business requirements for integrations involving Procore, Workday, and other business systems
• Document current-state and future-state business processes and identify opportunities for automation, data consistency, and workflow optimization
• Support training, communication, and user-adoption efforts and gather feedback from project teams to continuously improve solutions
• Assist with creating/updating training materials and facilitate training sessions when needed
• Promote consistent and effective use of construction technology solutions across the organization
• Develop a strong understanding of Weitz project delivery processes and operational workflows

What We’re Looking For:

Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in the commercial construction industry in project engineering, project management, operations, or construction technology support
• Experience supporting/improving business processes through technology solutions
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or similar field preferred

Skills:

• Knowledge of construction documentation including RFIs, submittals, drawings, specifications, and more
• Strong understanding of construction operations and project delivery processes
• Collaborative with the ability to build relationships across the organization using a customer-focused approach
• Highly organized and analytical
• Process improvement mindset and able to translate business requirements into technology solutions
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills
• Ability to lead technology adoption and change management initiatives
• Continuous learning mindset and an excitement for improving business processes
• Strong facilitation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Technology:

• Experience using Procore or similar construction management platforms
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to learn additional specific job-related software upon hire

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to work in the office 4 days per week - position allows the ability to work remote 1 day per week

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.