Applications Analyst-3- Capital Improvement

Compensation

$85,989.90 - $136,735.11

(Based on Experience)

Summary

We are looking for an Applications Analyst - Business Analyst (Capital Improvement Planning) who will lead change and deliver value by applying, configuring, and supporting project management-related technology solutions. This role is primarily responsible for working with internal and external partners to define, document, and enable business processes and technology to support the capital improvement program.

Job Responsibilities

• You will work with the Director and in collaboration with engineering, operations, planning, and IT to lead teams to run the Capital Improvement Plan and complete projects efficiently
• You will support long-term enterprise-wide CIP efforts, including financial projections and budgets, and diagram current and future states of systems and processes
• You’ll understand and translate the needs of multifaceted users into IT system requirements and configuration and assist contractors and inspectors in using developed processes and document management methods
• You will collaborate with the Director working to support the capital improvement plan and individual capital projects throughout their lifecycle by configuring and training GLWA’s project management information system (PMIS) such as e-Builder, Procore, EADOC, Synchro, FieldLens, etc.; and scheduling solutions (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet); creating capital project business cases; leading documents, drawings, and specifications; developing business, engineering, and construction management processes; and related documentation
• You should demonstrate a high aptitude in critical competencies, including technical capability, organization, interpersonal relationships, process management, improvement, written and verbal communication, and creativity.

Knowledge of:

• Project management information and scheduling systems Development and management of CIP documentation
• Construction lifecycle and project management methodologies
• Principles and practices of the functions performed by CIP and information technology groups/teams

Skills To:

• Resolve technology issues for end-users with varying computing skills
• Deliver quality written, presentations, and training, including the ability to make technology understandable to end-users
• Use Microsoft Office products to build professional-quality diagrams, documents, spreadsheets, pivot tables/charts, and presentations
• Develop reports of capital improvement program and project-level budgets, progress, risk, safety, and other related metrics
• Understand financial indicators, such as Return on Investment, Net Present Value, Payback Period, Cost per Customer, etc.
• Use business analysis techniques, such as brainstorming, focus groups, document analysis, interface analysis, interviews, workshops, reverse engineering, process mapping, and job shadowing

Ability To:

• Comprehend, locate information, and interpret Capital Planning documents
• Take direction and complete tasks on time
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
• Deliver quality customer service to users
• Quickly learn about new technology
• Communicate verbally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and procedures
• Exercise good judgment, discretion, and maintain confidentiality
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Apply policies, programs, and processes in a manner aligned with the GLWA mission, goals, and strategies
• Prioritize and resolve conflicting requests in a busy environment with frequent interruptions
• Work with independence and initiative
• Prioritize, perform, and coordinate technology tasks and projects
• Develop proficiency in unit-specific operations and software
• Lead team activities
• Manipulate data using relational techniques
• Facilitate end-user software training to support the program, planning, and project lifecycles
• Support the Director and capital project managers in configuring and applying PMIS and scheduling software to meet business, engineering, and construction process needs

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Technology, or related field
• A minimum of five (5) years of related work experience
• An active vendor specific domain “professional”, “expert” or “master” level certification (i.e. Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert: SharePoint, Oracle Certified Professional JAVA SE Programmer or Certified Scrum Master)
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License
• Ability to work irregular hours, commute to GLWA facilities and worksites, and respond to after-hour emergencies and on-call responses

Environmental Working Requirements:

Work is performed within an office, plant environment, remote sites, or other locations within our service area. Employees within this classification may be exposed to dust and electrical connections and frequently work with computer equipment.

We are all strategic partners on the path to becoming a Utility of the Future, and GLWA prioritizes selecting highly talented, well-qualified individuals to help us get there.

We are dedicated to expertly delivering the nation’s best water and wastewater services to southeast Michigan. We offer competitive pay and the starting wage or salary, if hired, is variable. Factors such as your proven hard and soft skills, your level of education, history in the sector or industry, and meaningful work experience will all be evaluated.

We also offer an opportunity for advancement, on-the-job training, ongoing professional development, tuition assistance, and a career in a sector that safeguards public health supports and strengthens communities and protects the environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401a, and team member discount programs. Click HERE for more information.

GLWA is an equal opportunity employer.

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Salary : $85,990 - $136,735