Entry-Level Digital Solutions Business Analyst

AECOM • Germantown, MD

2d • $65,000 - $85,000 • Remote

About The Position

AECOM's Adaptive Program Management Technologies team operates at the intersection of construction program management, digital transformation, and emerging technologies like data analytics and AI. We are seeking talented individuals from construction management, civil engineering, computer science, information systems, and related fields who are interested in leveraging technology to enhance program and project delivery. This early-career role offers the chance to develop business analysis skills, gain experience with various Project Management Information Systems (PMIS), and participate in the complete software development lifecycle for custom digital solutions. The position supports a growing portfolio of projects that provide technology solutions for clients managing capital improvement programs. Working with senior team members, the Business Analyst I will contribute to deploying integrated solutions for complex program and project management challenges. These solutions may encompass commercial off-the-shelf applications, custom software developed by AECOM, AI capabilities, or a combination thereof. The role provides exposure to implementing and configuring leading PMIS platforms such as e-Builder, Kahua, Procore, and InEight, along with other emerging technologies. The Business Analyst I will act as a liaison between business needs and technology solutions, translating client requirements into system configurations, process workflows, and functional specifications. Under senior guidance, they will use business analysis techniques and critical thinking to assess current processes, identify improvement opportunities, and support solution design and implementation throughout the lifecycle, including discovery, requirements gathering, design, testing, implementation, training, and rollout. Projects will vary in scope and complexity, offering substantial opportunities for professional growth and career development.

Requirements

• BS in Construction Management, Computer Science, Engineering, other technical field or demonstrated equivalency experience and/or education.
• Familiarity with commercial construction technologies.
• Familiarity with project controls for construction projects.
• Familiarity with capital improvement program and construction contract management.
• Ability to facilitate requirements gatherings and document business processes.
• Ability to assimilate client needs and translate them into software requirements.
• MS Office including Visio and MS Project.
• Travel of up to 25% may be required based on project assignments, client needs, and business requirements.

Nice To Haves

• 0-3 years of professional software business analyst or project controls experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an organization including senior managers and executives.
• Excellent organizational, time management and presentation skills.
• Ability to work alone as well as in collaborative team environments.
• Demonstrated skills as a problem solver.
• Familiar with basic design, build construction processes.
• Understanding of basic accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience analyzing and writing business and system requirements documents.
• Previous use case development.
• Data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with internal and external teams to define and document as-is business processes, critical performance metrics, and program/project control requirements.
• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, data quality, and decision-making.
• Support the evaluation and implementation of emerging technologies, including automation, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled capabilities that improve program delivery and business processes.
• Translate documented requirements into system configurations, software business process workflows and reporting metrics (workflows, data dictionaries, use cases, reports, dashboards etc).
• Software development and systems implementation efforts to include: Design necessary data and systems integration requirements.
• Configure and implement business solutions in various PMIS and project delivery platforms.
• Design, document and perform testing procedures for implemented solutions.
• Develop test cases and facilitate User Acceptance Testing.
• Develop supporting documentation (user guides, job aids, training materials, etc).
• Develop and conduct stakeholder training.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level