Data Scientist / Power BI & Project Analytics Specialist
$150,000–$175,000 year
HybridLos Angeles, California, United States
Job Summary
Design and deploy interactive Power BI dashboards tracking cost, schedule, safety, and quality KPIs across large construction portfolios. Pull data from PMIS platforms, Primavera P6 schedules, and financial systems into unified views to support project management assignments from planning through delivery. Translate complex datasets into intuitive visuals for executives and field staff, while training colleagues on data interpretation and reporting standards. Lead the rollout of new BI tools and develop standardized reporting practices within a collaborative, multi-project environment.
Required Qualifications
- 8 years minimum as a data scientist
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or Construction Management)
- Expertise in Power BI (data modeling, DAX, Power Query, automated refresh pipelines)
- Familiarity with engineering and construction project management concepts, budgets, schedules, risks, deliverables
- Hands-on experience with project controls tools: Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, SharePoint, Teams, PMIS systems
- Excellent communication skills and a knack for making data approachable
- Experience presenting to executives and mentoring teams
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-project environment
- Must be residing in the U.S.
- Must be available for hybrid or project travel
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in Construction Management
- Experience with public works, utilities, or transportation projects
- PMP or other project management certification
- Background in process improvement, automation, or system integration
- Prior work on PMIS implementations or other BI tool rollouts
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