Entry-Level Digital Solutions Business Analyst

Responsibilities

The Business Analyst will bridge the gap between business needs and technology by translating client requirements into system configurations and functional workflows. They will participate in the full solution delivery lifecycle, including discovery, design, testing, implementation, and stakeholder training.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Visio and MS Project, is required along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Skills

• Business analysis
• Project management information systems
• Data analytics
• AI-enabled solutions
• Requirements gathering
• Process workflow documentation
• System configuration
• User acceptance testing
• Technical documentation
• Stakeholder training
• Construction management
• Civil engineering
• Information systems
• Problem solving
• Data analysis
• Communication skills

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• AD&D
• Disability benefits
• Paid time off
• Leaves of absences
• Voluntary benefits
• Flexible work options
• Well-being resources
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan

About this role

Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM's Adaptive Program Management Technologies team lives at the intersection of construction program management, digital transformation, and emerging technologies including data analytics and AI-enabled solutions. We are looking for talented candidates from construction management, civil engineering, computer science, information systems, and related disciplines who are interested in applying technology to improve program and project delivery.
AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Digital Solutions Business Analyst for Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) to support the Adaptive Program Management Technologies team. This early career position provides an opportunity to develop business analysis skills, gain experience with a wide range of PMIS platforms, and participate in the full software development lifecycle for custom digital solutions. This position offers flexible work arrangements and may be performed remotely, hybrid, or on-site at any AECOM office.
The successful candidate will support our growing portfolio of projects that deliver technology solutions for clients managing capital improvement programs. Working alongside senior team members, the Business Analyst I will contribute to the deployment of integrated solutions that address complex program and project management challenges. Solutions may include commercial-off-the-shelf applications, custom software developed by AECOM, AI-enabled capabilities, or integrated combinations of these technologies. This role will provide exposure to the implementation and configuration of leading PMIS platforms such as e-Builder, Kahua, Procore, InEight, and other emerging technologies.
The Business Analyst I will help bridge the gap between business needs and technology solutions by translating client requirements into system configurations, process workflows, and functional requirements. Under the guidance of senior team members, they will apply business analysis techniques and critical thinking to evaluate existing processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and support solution design and implementation. The Business Analyst will participate throughout the solution delivery lifecycle, including discovery, requirements gathering, design, testing, implementation, training, and rollout activities. Projects vary in size, complexity, and technology platforms, providing significant opportunities for professional growth and career development.
Responsibilities may include, under the guidance of senior team members:
Work closely with internal and external teams to define and document as-is business processes, critical performance metrics, and program/project control requirements
Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, data quality, and decision-making
Support the evaluation and implementation of emerging technologies, including automation, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled capabilities that improve program delivery and business processes
Translate documented requirements into system configurations, software business process workflows and reporting metrics (workflows, data dictionaries, use cases, reports, dashboards etc)
Software development and systems implementation efforts to include:
Design necessary data and systems integration requirements
Configure and implement business solutions in various PMIS and project delivery platforms
Design, document and perform testing procedures for implemented solutions
Develop test cases and facilitate User Acceptance Testing
Develop supporting documentation (user guides, job aids, training materials, etc)
Develop and conduct stakeholder training
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
BS in Construction Management, Computer Science, Engineering, other technical field or demonstrated equivalency experience and/or education
MS Office including Visio and MS Project experience
Travel of up to 25% may be required based on project assignments, client needs, and business requirements
Preferred Requirements:
Familiarity with commercial construction technologies
Familiarity with project controls for construction projects
Familiarity with capital improvement program and construction contract management
Ability to facilitate requirements gatherings and document business processes
Ability to assimilate client needs and translate them into software requirements
0-3 years of professional software business analyst or project controls experience
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
Ability to communicate with all levels of an organization including senior managers and executives
Excellent organizational, time management and presentation skills
Ability to work alone as well as in collaborative team environments
Demonstrated skills as a problem solver
Familiar with basic design, build construction processes
Understanding of basic accounting and financial reporting
Experience analyzing and writing business and system requirements documents
Previous use case development
Data analysis skills...

About AECOM

Civil Engineering · 10,001+ employees · headquartered in Dallas, Texas