Pre-Construction Compliance Specialist

Min USD $70,000.00/Yr. – Max USD $110,000.00/Yr.

About the role

The Pre-Construction Data Ops Specialist will build, maintain, and analyze data operations within the Pre-Construction department at IES. This role collaborates with compliance and Pre-Construction Managers to evaluate ongoing operations and provides data reports and visualizations to drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop PowerBI and Excel reporting tools for tracking and improving departmental metrics.
• Provide in-depth analysis and recurring reports on projects in the estimating phase.
• Initiate research on estimates and projects with business case concerns, including interviewing personnel (PMs, Department Managers, Estimators, Lead Designers) to perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective solutions.
• Develop reporting metrics using custom-built tracking, Spectrum, and IESOS ERP systems to address fade/gain and process issues.
• Create business tools to drive data automation and improve efficiency across the organization.
• Conduct training classes on job-specific and company-specific software applications using computer-based, virtual classrooms, webinars, and other methods.
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organizational standards.
• Collaborate with auditing teams to identify process improvements.
• Work with the training team to design and implement new training programs and revise existing ones.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Operate as a team member to support management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven problem-solving, critical thinking, and presentation skills.
• Lead by positive example in policy, quality, safety, employee relations, ethics, and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to work a non-standard schedule as required for training or job-specific needs.
• For demonstration purposes: ability to climb ladders, use hand and power tools, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Self-motivated, professional, and capable of leading others in process improvement initiatives.
• Promote Company culture and mission to employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• High skill level in interpreting blueprints and project documents (specifications, reporting, quality requirements).
• Ability to travel within the branch or regional territory as needed.
• Ability to learn and teach Company and customer project management systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of training experience or a related role; five (5) years of project management experience in telecommunications, electrical, or a related technical/construction field preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the estimating process and procedures to produce estimates.
• Demonstrated knowledge of job costing, job planning, quality management, safety training, and contract administration.
• Prior MS Excel and data science experience; PowerBI experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Meets Company minimum driving standards.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Data Science, or Computer Science (Programming) preferred.
• Ability to effectively use a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
• Ability to determine tools and equipment needed for a job.
• Good knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and their applications.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing publications.
• Proficiency with the construction process (bid process, project management, delegation, financials, etc.).

About IES

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services, including electrical, mechanical, and communications contracting solutions for commercial, industrial, residential, and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of fiscal year 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees across 131+ domestic locations in the United States.

Pay

Min USD $70,000.00/Yr. – Max USD $110,000.00/Yr.

Schedule

Non-standard work schedule as required to provide job, team, or individual-specific training.

Workplace Type

Onsite