Engineering Data Analytics

Zachry Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group seeks an Engineering Data Analytics Specialist in Houston to transform engineering and cost-related data into actionable insights. You will deliver data analysis, reporting, dashboard development, and project tracking, focusing on Power BI solutions and executive-level reporting.

The role requires strong Power BI skills, project controls experience, and handling large datasets across engineering domains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with strong data analytics exposure.
• 5+ years in project controls with engineering focus preferred.
• 5+ years of advanced Power BI development and data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering and cost datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Develop DAX measures and Power Query transformations for KPIs and executive reports.
• Create, maintain, and enhance Power BI dashboards and semantic models.
• Establish data validation checks for accuracy and consistency across reports.
• Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Track cost-saving initiatives and project milestones; support status reporting.

Skills

Power BI

DAX

Power Query

SQL

Data Modeling

Project Controls

KPI Reporting

Executive Reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Power BI Service

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.

Work Environment
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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