Data Analyst

Job Description

Salary: $60K-$65K

Whitaker Construction, founded in 1953, has over 70 years of experience in the heavy civil and underground utility construction industry. Whitaker, an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, has become one of the largest contractors in the intermountain area with more than 600 employees and nearly 80 crews. We perform sanitary sewer, storm drain, culinary water, irrigation, earthwork, roadway construction, dams, landfills, natural gas pipelines, industrial piping, and telecommunication projects primarily in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, and Oregon.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Data Analyst to join our team. As a data analyst, you will lead in the tasks of data collection, analysis, visualization, and reporting initiatives. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience turning data into insights that drive business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Collect, clean, and validate data from various sources

Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights

Create dashboards and visualizations using tools like Excel or Power BI

Lead and support the development of reports and presentations to completion for internal stakeholders

Collaborate with team members to identify data-driven opportunities for improvement

Document processes, assumptions, and methodologies used in analyses

Learn and apply statistical techniques and business intelligence tools as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or masters degree in data science, statistics, computer science, business, economics, or a related field

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with SQL, Python, and Power BI

Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar)

Familiarity with cloud-based tools (e.g., DAX Query, SQL Server, or Azure)

Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Curiosity and eagerness to learn about data and its impact on business

What Youll Gain:

Hands-on experience with real-world data and analytics projects

Experience leading data analyses start to finish

Exposure to business operations and strategic decision-making

A collaborative and supportive work environment

Full-time