Senior Market Insights Analyst

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

18h • $92,300 - $138,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mortenson is looking for a Senior Market Insights Analyst who will be responsible for developing and delivering clear, executive-level insights on market, economic, and competitive dynamics. This role helps the organization understand what is evolving in the market, what it means, and how to respond.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum five years of related experience in market intelligence, consulting, strategy, or economic analysis
• Experience in construction, real estate, or adjacent industries preferred, but not required
• Experience conducting end-market sector, geographic, competitor, and economic research, including trends analysis and market assessments
• Experience working with primary research methods such as expert interviews, focus groups, and surveys including coordination with third-party providers and incorporating findings into insights
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex market, economic, and competitive topics and draw clear, well-supported conclusions
• Strong narrative and storytelling capability, with the ability to communicate insights clearly and concisely to executive audiences
• Experience sourcing, integrating, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative macroeconomic and industry data from external sources to form a clear view of market dynamics (e.g., industry news and reports, subscription research platforms, government data sources)
• Experience using AI tools to support research, analyze information, and develop insights
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools
• Clear and concise communication skills, with the ability to present insights through written narratives and supporting visuals
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work on deadline
• Strong business acumen, curiosity, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to travel approximately 10%

Nice To Haves

• Master’s in Business Administration preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver insights on end-market sector and geographic market trends, economic conditions, and industry outlooks, incorporating both quantitative data and qualitative research
• Produce recurring and ad hoc reports for senior leadership, including quarterly market updates and sector outlooks
• Synthesize market, economic, and competitive information into clear business implications
• Prepare executive-level presentation slides and written summaries for leadership discussions and decision-making
• Lead market assessments across end-market sectors and geographies to support business planning and growth strategy
• Serve as the primary insights lead for select sectors or geographies, maintaining a clear view of demand drivers, competitive dynamics, and market outlook
• Translate findings into implications for market positioning, strategic priorities, and pursuit strategies
• Analyze competitor performance, strategy, and positioning across priority sectors and geographies
• Develop competitor profiles and maintain a consistent approach to benchmarking
• Identify changes in competitive dynamics and assess implications for the business, including competitive positioning and differentiation
• Plan and execute analysis for complex business questions
• Integrate inputs from multiple internal and external sources into a clear view of market dynamics
• Develop consistent approaches and standard deliverables for market assessments and analysis
• Manage multiple workstreams and deliver high-quality work on tight timelines

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

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