Engineering Data Analytics

Zachry Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) seeks an Engineering Data Analytics Specialist to deliver data analysis, reporting, dashboard development, and project tracking for engineering teams. Strong Power BI expertise, project controls experience, and handling large datasets are essential.

Responsibilities include creating executive-level reports, dashboards, and KPI reporting, while ensuring data integrity and consistent methodologies across programs.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years in project controls with a focus on engineering.
• Strong Power BI development experience and ability to create semantic models.
• Experience with data integration from multiple systems and KPI reporting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering and cost-related datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Develop DAX measures and Power Query transformations to support KPIs and executive reporting.
• Create and maintain Power BI dashboards for project controls.
• Establish data validation checks to ensure accuracy and completeness across reports.
• Automate reporting processes and track cost-saving initiatives.
• Support engineering review meetings and status reporting.

Skills

Power BI development

Project controls

Data analysis

DAX

Power Query

Data modeling

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Power BI

Power Query

DAX

SQL

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Power BI Service administration

Job description

Job Description: Engineering Data Analytics Specialist

Location: Houston - Briarpark

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is looking for a detail-oriented Engineering Data Analytics Specialist to support engineering teams by delivering data analysis, reporting, dashboard development, and project tracking. This role focuses on transforming engineering and cost-related data into actionable insights through business intelligence solutions and executive-level reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong Power BI expertise, project controls experience, and experience working with large datasets in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering and cost-related datasets to identify trends and business insights.
• Perform data mining and trend analysis.

Develop DAX measures and Power Query transformations to support project KPIs and executive reporting.

• Develop, maintain, and enhance Power BI dashboards.

Establish data validation checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency across reports.

• Create executive-level reports and visualizations.
• Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency.
• Track cost-saving initiatives and project milestones.
• Support engineering review meetings and status reporting.
• Improve reporting methodologies and data visibility.
• Develop standardized metrics and KPI reporting systems.
• Maintain data integrity and validate data accuracy.
• Support cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, product development, and program teams.

Qualifications

High school diploma with previous experience in other functional areas

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in project controls with a focus on engineering

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in advanced Power BI development

Strong proficiency in Power BI

Experience developing Power BI semantic models and dashboards.

Experience with Power Query, DAX, and relational data modeling.

Ability to document data logic, KPI definitions, and reporting methodology.

Ability to integrate data from multiple systems, spreadsheets, databases, or project controls tools.

Problem-solving skills, work to resolve complex situations with appropriate management

Must have a proven record and experience in a project controls effort on assigned projects

Must understand the basic principles of project management

Requires an excellent general understanding of Cost Management, Estimating, and Change Control

Must have a high degree of computer literacy

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with staff at all levels

Dependable by meeting deadlines, working independently, being accountable for work, maintaining focus, being punctual, and having a good attendance record

Maintain a professional attitude and be able to work independently or work as a team member when needed

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience with SQL

Experience with Power Query and DAX

Experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Projects or other project controls systems

Experience with row-level security, deployment pipelines and Power Bi Service administration

Physical Demands:

Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, video chat, and software systems. Position may include visits to construction sites and industrial facilities requiring mobility (on the ground and at heights) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hardhat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and work boots.

Employee will work primarily in an office environment but may require occasional travel to off-site work locations. On construction sites, noise levels will be moderate to high. Job sites may contain the following: light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking. Noise levels vary and may include bells, whistles, and alarms.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Senior Project Controls Specialist. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Zachry Group is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 15205
• Job Category Project Controls
• Posting Date 08/05/2026, 10:26 PM
• Locations 3151 Briarpark Dr, Houston, TX, 77042, US (Hybrid)