Applications Developer

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies, engineering and design, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC delivery. With more than 60 years of experience executing large, complex projects, Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe, reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale, resources, and safety culture of Quanta Services, Dashiell partners with clients to build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities and economies.

About the role

The Applications Developer / Business Analyst is responsible for the design, development, enhancement, and support of internal business applications that power engineering, construction, and project management workflows. This position partners closely with business stakeholders to translate operational needs into scalable technical solutions, while driving automation and system integration initiatives with limited supervision. The position will be based in our Houston, Texas office located at 12031 Kurland Dr, Houston, TX 77034 and will report to Dashiell’s IT Manager.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain internal applications supporting engineering, construction, and project management teams.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and operations staff to gather requirements, analyze workflows, and propose technical solutions.
• Translate business requirements into technical designs and actionable development tasks; independently own solution design decisions within scope of assigned systems.
• Write, review, and optimize code using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate delivery and improve quality.
• Own enhancements and bug fixes for existing systems such as project tracking, job costing, and resource planning platforms.
• Design and implement automation solutions to streamline reporting, scheduling, and data management processes.
• Build and maintain integrations between internal systems and third-party platforms, including ERP, project management, and field data systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and data issues with limited supervision; escalate complex system issues as appropriate.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including system architecture, data flows, and process improvement records.
• Contribute to development standards and best practices across the IT team.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

Impact

• Drive measurable efficiency improvements across engineering, construction, and project management operations by replacing manual processes with automated workflows.
• Improve visibility and accessibility of project and operational data through better system design and integrations that enable informed decision-making.
• Increase application reliability and performance through proactive maintenance, reducing unplanned downtime for critical business systems.
• Serve as a bridge between technical and business teams, ensuring solutions are both technically sound and aligned with operational needs.
• Strengthen Dashiell’s internal technology capabilities by advancing development standards and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required; equivalent professional experience of 4 or more years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in application development and business analysis in a production environment.
• Proficiency in .NET (C#, VB.NET) or similar object-oriented programming languages.
• Experience with relational databases (SQL Server, MySQL, or similar), including query writing, optimization, and schema design.
• Solid understanding of web application architecture, APIs, and client-server systems.
• Hands-on experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and building system integrations.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) in a professional setting.
• Proficiency with Git and version control workflows including branching, pull requests, and code reviews.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of projects from concept through delivery, and manage competing priorities in a project-driven environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with demonstrated ability to work directly with non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in engineering, construction, or project-based industries strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with systems related to project management, scheduling, estimating, or job costing.
• Experience enhancing and integrating enterprise or line-of-business applications.
• Strong understanding of engineering, construction, or project management workflows including project lifecycle, budgeting, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Familiarity with debugging, logging, and performance tuning techniques.

Physical Requirements

LEVEL 2 - Office Professional (Light Mobility)

• Ability to sit for extended periods during computer-based work.
• Ability to stand and walk intermittently throughout the workday.
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional travel to other offices or meeting locations.

Environmental Conditions

• Primarily climate-controlled office environment.
• Occasional exposure to field or industrial environments during site visits.

Benefits

• Company-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options).
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship.