Business Analyst I - Industrial

Business Analyst I - Industrial The Business Analyst I - Industrial role will manage a set of designated enterprise-wide applications. The analyst will engage with key stakeholders of the organization to identify business specific needs, determine best practice for maintaining, upgrading, and enhancing applications, as well as offer support and training to the end user. The Business Analyst will work with the subject matter experts (SME's) within the company to develop test plans for functional testing, user acceptance testing, stress testing, performance testing, and scalability testing and report the results. This specific position will also have the responsibility of creating, modifying, and maintaining application specific reports based on business needs using current report writing tools. The individual must diagnose and address operational data requests, identify data issues, and provide recommendations for resolution. The role requires engagement with external partners for support, improvements, and upgrades, as well as requirements gathering for medium to difficult projects. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's Degree or 3 years of equivalent experience in Business Analyst, Project Management, or related field. 2-4 years of experience with enterprise applications, financial and business processes. Preferred: 4+ years of experience with enterprise applications, financial and business processes. Project Management experience. Construction finance or accounting understanding. CMiC experience. Knowledge of construction systems and applications. Knowledge of construction industry. Skills Detail oriented and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy. Demonstrated ability to work independently and within established timeframes. Enhanced organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to solve problems and synthesize information from multiple sources. Build strong relationships and communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization. Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Able to raise concerns respectfully and navigate conflict in a constructive, solutions-focused manner. Demonstrates independent judgment and problem-solving skills. Works collaboratively and contributes positively within a team environment. Able to adapt and stay focused when priorities shift or urgent issues arise. Positive, can‑do attitude and continuous learner. Ability to analyze complex data, identify patterns and assess risk exposure. Effective communication skills to interact with various internal and external stakeholders. Ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and develop practical solutions to mitigate risks. Ability to create requirements and proven ability to drive positive outcomes. Core Responsibilities Enterprise Application Support Provide first‑level support and troubleshooting for key business applications used throughout the organization. Help maintain user access and perform simple configuration updates under guidance from senior analysts or system administrators. Document common issues, FAQs, and solutions to build internal knowledge bases and improve support processes. Work with stakeholders and end users to gather feedback on system performance and user needs, and communicate findings to senior analysts or IT teams. Participate in application testing during system upgrades or implementations by executing test cases and reporting results. Assist with generating routine reports, basic data analysis, and running system queries as requested by business units. Enterprise Application Administration Manage application upgrades with stakeholders, IS team and vendors from preparation to post‑upgrade support. Analyze business data to detect trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Assist in maintaining enterprise applications by updating system settings, managing templates, and entering configuration changes as directed by senior staff. Help monitor application performance and user activity, identifying basic errors or inconsistencies and reporting them to appropriate technical teams. Support user provisioning tasks such as adding new users, modifying access levels, and assisting with password resets or permissions under supervision. Maintain documentation of application processes, configuration steps, and change requests. Create user manuals, training materials, and process documentation. Train end‑users on new systems, tools, and processes. Ensure knowledge transfer between teams during project handovers. Monitor implemented solutions for performance and adoption. Participate in routine system reviews, audits, or testing activities. Coordinate with vendors or internal IT teams to log support tickets or follow up on minor system issues and updates. Gather feedback from stakeholders to refine processes and tools. Liaison Between Business Units, IT Team & Third Party Participate in meetings with business stakeholders, department leads, or end users to understand current use of enterprise systems and identify pain points or improvement needs. Gather input about current processes and system functionality and help translate feedback into actionable notes or requirements. Assist senior analysts during discovery sessions or project meetings by taking notes, asking clarifying questions, and preparing follow‑up communication. Document & Validate Business Requirements Map current "as‑is" processes and design workflows. Identify process gaps, bottlenecks, and automation opportunities. Capture business needs and functional requirements in clear, structured documentation under guidance from senior team members. Collaborate with stakeholders to confirm documented requirements accurately reflect their needs and expectations. Assist in updating or refining requirements based on stakeholder feedback or changes in project scope. Strategy Management Coordinate and manage the development or improvements of enterprise applications. Manage relationships with external partners. General & Team Support Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders to align efforts and build strong relationships. Occasional technology troubleshooting. Other duties as assigned. Office & Travel Primarily works in corporate office out of St. Paul. May be minimal travel between office locations and vendor related conferences. Hybrid work environment; may need more in‑office presence toward the beginning of tenure. May be required to visit jobsite on occasion. Physical Requirements Position involves sitting for extended periods at a workstation and during meetings. Employees must be able to lift 20 pounds, use a keyboard and mouse dexterously, hear and speak clearly, and distinguish colors on graphs and charts. Occasionally employees will visit construction jobsites, which may expose them to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures. Compensation & Benefits Base salary ranges from $80,000 to $96,000 annually, not including fringe benefits or potential bonuses. McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; generous retirement plans; voluntary benefits; parental leave; substantial paid time off; and holiday pay. #J-18808-Ljbffr