Associate Data Analyst

The Associate Data Analyst position at M. A. Mortenson Company in Minnesota involves identifying patterns and trends to aid management in decision-making. Key responsibilities include data extraction, statistical analysis, and developing performance improvement plans. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively. The role emphasizes teamwork, leadership principles, and contributing to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
MN, United States | HQ Business Support

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Responsible for identifying patterns and trends in available information sources to assists management with operational decision making, policy formulation, and other managerial functions.

EXPECTATIONS OF ALL TEAM MEMBERS

At Mortenson, we believe everyone is a leader. For that reason, every team member is expected to apply our leadership principles – Do the Right Thing, We Before Me and Inspire What’s Possible – in their work. This means we act with dependability, initiative and a positive attitude to produce high quality work and deliver an exceptional customer experience. We are on time, productive and consistent in our attendance. We approach work as part of a team, listen to the opinions of others and cooperate to achieve project goals. We accept direction from supervisors and seek out constructive feedback. We follow rules and procedures to ensure quality work and safeguard the wellbeing of ourselves and others. We push to exceed the established goals, standards and accountabilities of our positions to increase quality, safety and innovation.

All team members are responsible for supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, as well as positively contributing to our company culture. This begins by aligning with Mortenson’s values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, in addition to abiding by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.

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KEY RESULT AREAS (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

Understand the assigned business challenge to assist in developing a performance improvement plan

Extract information from internal systems, industry reports, public information, field reports, and other data sources to identify correlations

Conduct statistical analyses and randomized controlled trials

Consume and consolidate large amounts of data into centralized, sustainable, and repeatable measurements

Apply statistical, mathematical, predictive modeling and business analysis to manage and manipulate complex high-volume data from a variety of sources

Develop, analyze, and model operational, economic, management, and other organizational data
• Quantify the competitive performance of business segments
• Evaluate potential operational changes
• Design new approaches and methodologies

Provide data to facilitate analyses of organizational performance and assist in providing innovative corrective actions when necessary

Track trend analyses and programmatic changes that result in a growing data base of useful information

Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Ability to concisely present and explain large amounts of information
• Ability to think analytically with great attention to detail
• Shown ability to follow complex instructions
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Biological Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum one year of related experience
• Knowledge of standard programming language such as SAS, C, C++, Python, or Java preferred
• Experience with analytics and visualization tools preferred

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the following with or without an accommodation; sitting, seeing, hearing, and utilization of a computer and office equipment. The working environment consists of indoor and climate-controlled settings.

This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.