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The AECOM Asset Management team is actively seeking an Intermediate Data Analyst for immediate employment in its Burnaby, BC, office. The Data Analyst position will support the Asset Management Team in identifying, collecting, validating and transforming data with the purpose of allowing the team to utilize data driven decision making processes and reporting of metrics and dashboards for our projects and initiatives. In addition to a strong technical ability, you will have an innovative approach and ability to take on responsibility, communicate clearly and effectively, be organized and work collaboratively with other team members. This position is ideal for an individual who possesses an appropriate balance of both technical ability and people skills and will be assisting with the following:
- [ ] Overseeing the National Water, Wastewater and Transportation Benchmarking databases.
- [X] Working with the Asset Management Team to determine the data requirements for projects and identify the best practices for data collection and storage.
- [X] Extracting business requirements from clients by actively listening and comprehending complex information and identifying data to meet those requirements.
- [ ] Developing, implementing and maintaining appropriate measurement plans to enable the collection data for the Asset Management Team and others as needed.
- [X] Collecting data manually as required.
- [ ] Developing data collection systems and other strategies that optimize collection efficiency and data quality.
- [ ] Proactively assessing the quality of the data captured.
- [X] Working closely with the Asset Management Team to prioritize data and information requests.
- [X] The Data Analyst’s responsibilities may include presenting data in charts, graphs, tables, and dashboards as well as designing and developing relational databases for collecting data.
- [ ] Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- [X] Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Economics, Engineering, Business, Business Analytics, Mathematics or related field of study.
- [ ] 2+ years of experience with developing, implementing and maintaining a data collection system.
- [X] Ability to obtain data using ERP systems , interviews, document analysis, surveys, site visits, etc.
- [X] Experience utilizing data modeling / visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
- [ ] Strong analytical skills; ability to gather, analyze and synthesize information. Must work with large amounts of data, facts, figures and numbers.
- [X] Excellent Attention to Detail: The conclusions drawn from this data analysis will help in creating valuable publications and metrics that will highlight AECOM’s projects and success of its policies, etc. Accuracy and attention to detail are paramount.
- [ ] Expert in MS Excel data analysis and data visualization tools. (pivot tables/charts, lookup tables)
- [ ] Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into understandable written reports and verbal presentations.
Preferred Qualifications
- [X] Proficient in using MS Office Suite.
- [X] Ability to collaborate and work effectively across internal (inter-departmental) functions areas; including the ability to manage competing interests and communicate successfully in both direct and indirect reporting relationships.
- [X] Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and to handle sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
- [X] Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and complete on schedule.