Business Analyst I Houston, TX
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
Job Description
Overview
At UES were a team of more than 4000 engineers scientists geologists inspectors technicians and drillers united by a shared purposeto make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering environmental consulting and materials testing and inspection we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation energy water healthcare and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at .
Position Overview
The Business Analyst I will play a critical role in transforming operational financial and project delivery data into actionable insights that enable strategic decision-making and operational efficiency across the Texas Region. This role partners closely with Region President Finance Team HR Team Branch Managers project management operations and administrative teammates to build dashboards analyze trends optimize processes and support data-driven culture.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Data Analysis & Insights
Analyze complex engineering operational and financial datasets to identify trends risks and performance opportunities.
Support project teams with custom analyses related to project performance resource utilization profitability forecasting and client behavior.
Conduct root-cause analyses on issues such as project overruns schedule delays and operational bottlenecks.
Business Intelligence & Reporting
Design build and maintain dashboards and automated reporting in tools such as VantagePoint UROCK etc
Develop performance metrics (KPIs) for engineering operations project delivery safety and quality.
Ensure data quality integrity and consistency across business systems and reports.
Data Infrastructure & Governance
Work with project teams to ensure proper data flows between ERP CRM project management asset management and field data systems.
Develop data models and structures that enable scalable analytics and streamlined reporting.
Ensure data accuracy within ERP CRM and UROCK.
Train local staff on data integrity practices
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering teams to understand project workflows technical requirements and operational constraints.
Collaborate with project management to enhance forecasting accuracy and resource planning.
Present findings and recommendations to leadership in clear visually compelling formats.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum 1 years of relevant experience.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills; ability to derive trends and conduct risk/reward analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Experience with business process modeling and documentation tools.
Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
Travel Requirements
This position requires occasional domestic overnight travel approximately 10% to 20% of the time to support business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites field locations or regional offices where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work
Physical Demands & Work Environment
On-Site Office Requirements:
Work is performed at a desk for extended periods using a computer phone and standard office equipment in a climate-controlled office environment.
Regular in-person communication with team members clients and stakeholders is required.
Physical demands may include sitting for long durations occasional standing walking bending and lifting of materials up to 15 pounds.
Required Experience:
IC
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