KWFS - Research Analyst

Position Overview

As a Research Analyst, you will report to the Business Development Manager and work closely with the entire Business Development and District Leadership Teams.

There will be vital interaction to ensure our approach to new work pursuits is an organized and efficient operation.

At Kiewit, the scale of our operations is massive. Our construction and engineering projects span the United States, Canada, and Mexico, improving and connecting communities through every initiative.

We depend on our high-performing operations support professionals the glue that holds multiple business areas together and the catalysts that make things happen.

We hire only the most driven people, and we offer them diverse career opportunities, strong leadership and mentorship, rewarding, collaborative work, and responsibilities they won’t find just anywhere.

We’re constantly pushing new limits. You can, too.

District Overview

Kiewit's Water Facilities South group is one of Kiewit's leading water / wastewater districts specializing in constructing water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, and desalination plants.

Although we are headquartered in Dallas TX, with regional offices in Miami FL and Atlanta GA, we also pursue various projects stretching across the country.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about infrastructure and committed to the construction industry as opposed to design.

Because our people receive continuous and extensive training, hands-on experience, and challenging responsibilities from the day they join our team, they quickly develop the expertise that has earned our district its reputation as the premier contractor in the southeast United States.

Location

This position can be based out of our Westlake, TX, Alpharetta, GA or Tampa, FL office locations.

Responsibilities

• Project-specific Opportunity Research Once we’ve made a Go decision, a researcher could support the pursuit team with various research on stakeholders, funding sources, selection committee members, etc.
• CRM Entry and Maintenance / Management as directed by BD Managers and in compliance with BD SOP
• Coordinating with Kiewit Engineering Researcher to understand opportunities from pending regulatory changes PFAS, Biosolids, large CIP programs, FMI forecasts, B&V forecasts, TWDB projections, AWWA projections, etc.
• and how they affect KWFS states.
• Lead Tracking Software Identifying projects in the planning stage before hiring a design-builder.
• Support BD Manager efforts to identify new projects through industry networking with engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, OEMs, and Owners - new projects coming out or projects converting from design-bid-build to CMAR or PDB.
• Utility Websites You can Pull information from Utility websites, but each one is unique and takes time to navigate. It’s common to spend one hour surfing around some websites trying to pull information on a single project.
• Delivery Models Thoroughly research, organize, and understand all State and Local laws / ordinances on Design Build / CMAR / PDB
• Engineer Partners Research our engineering partners, e.g., to better understand each Engineering Firm’s past project history both locally and nationally past teaming partners, etc.
• Competitor Proposals Collecting past proposals from public sites or through public records requests
• Competitor Pricing search council and commission actions to understand CMAR and PDB pricing components that are approved on past projects whether we competed or otherwise
• Client Contract Models develop a database of approved contracts that clients have agreed to on CMAR and PDB projects
• Research laws, MBE requirements, preferences, and delivery models
• Local Preference research and organize State and Local preference laws and get legal decisions where necessary
• BD Shared Service develop relationships and share information / best practices with other district BD personnel (Southeast, South Central, Central, TIC Marine).
• Organize and present data on competitors : Bid History, Backlog, Historical Revenue, strengths / Weaknesses, and organize information in chart and map
• Initial Cold-call contact, assistance w / capture plans, etc. to help establish initial basis for A,B,C,D rating (where appropriate and to the level appropriate)
• Internal District Communication including District Business Planning support
• Responsible for KWFS branding and assisting at conferences ( may required a few overnights)

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Library and Information Science, Economics, Business, Marketing, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in the heavy civil construction and water / wastewater industry is a plus.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with a wide range of research resources.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to condense large amounts of information into fast, communicable information for senior managers
• Ability to prioritize and complete a high volume of work, managing multiple projects and coordinating multiple requests to successful completion.
• Solid interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.
• Basic understanding of data management and analytical software, such as CRM, SharePoint, Tableau, etc.

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Other Requirements :

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.