Senior IT Business Analyst

Senior IT Business AnalystCompany Name: Baker Construction Enterprises Inc Location: Houston, TX or Richmond, VA, US Req ID : 8648 Travel: Up to 15% Number of Openings: 1Achieve more in your career with the nation's leading specialty concrete contractor. At Baker Construction, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes people, invests in their development, and offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. In this role, you'll be integral to building the future of our country and our company. You'll collaborate across diverse teams, have a hand in significant projects, and dive headfirst into complex challenges with the best in the industry. If you are driven to do more and have the grit to follow through, you'll have everything you need to define your career on your terms. Make a meaningful impact with a team that values ambition and rewards initiative. Apply today and be more with Baker.Summary The Senior IT Business Analyst plays a pivotal role in driving the successful delivery of complex IT and business process solutions by meticulously gathering, analyzing, documenting, and managing requirements that are continuously aligned with business requirements and outcomes. S/he will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that requirements guide decision-making and project execution from inception through implementation and post-deployment. The Senior IT Business Analyst will lead the process improvement and Organizational Change Management (OCM) initiatives, ensure stakeholder engagement, adoption, and the sustained realization of business value throughout the project lifecycle.Roles and ResponsibilitiesLeads the collection, analysis, and documentation of detailed business and technical requirementsDevelops process models, workflow diagrams, and data flow representations to clearly articulate current and future state business processes and system integrationsCollaborates with stakeholders, including business users, IT architects, and developersCreates functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria that guide development and testing teamsMaintains rigorous requirements traceability, ensuring alignment between documented requirements, design elements, test cases, and delivered functionality throughout the project lifecycleFacilitates communication between technical and non-technical stakeholdersSupports user acceptance testing (UAT) and change management activitiesRecommends optimized processes or solutions and identification of opportunities for improvementEnsures compliance with IT security, privacy, and data governance standardsFacilitates detailed discussions with stakeholders—including analysts, developers, sponsors, and usersPromotes safety-first culture by adhering to Incident and Injury Free (IIF) principles within all IT and on-site activitiesLeads by example in following construction site safety protocols, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Demonstrates urgency and proactive responsiveness in understanding and addressing stakeholder needsRequirementsBachelor's degree in IT, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field and a minimum of 10 years of experience in business analysis and delivering complex, cross-functional IT projects in mid- to large-sized organizations or a combination of education and experienceExperience in business process modeling, workflow improvement, and identifying opportunities for automation and efficiencyBackground in requirements gathering, gap analysis, data mapping, and systems integration across enterprise platforms (including ERP modules, architecture, configuration, cross-module integration, and supply chain/construction applications)Experience in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, with a strong understanding of project lifecycles, change control, and risk managementTechnically proficient with Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), Smartsheet, Power BI, and VisioFamiliarity with Construction Management Software (e.g., Viewpoint, Procore, VISTA)Certifications/ Training: Power BI Risk Management Agile/Scrum methodologies: (e.g., Scrum Master or Agile BA Certification) Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fundamentals or Microsoft 365 Visio and Business Process Modeling (BPMN) Lean Construction Certification or Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt-preferred Familiarity with applications such as Vista, SuccessFactors, and ConcurProficient in applying advanced mathematical and analytical skillsTravel required by automobile or airplane On-call availability and periodic after-hours workThe following competencies are needed to successfully perform this job:Ability to be an effective liaison between technical teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership to ensure alignment and clear communicationExceptional written and verbal communication skillsHighly organized and detail-orientedExperienced in developing end-to-end project documentationAbility to translate complex technical or analytical information into clear, business-friendly, and user-centric languageComfortable managing or supporting projects at any phaseHighly self-motivated and results-drivenDetail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to evaluate complex project challenges and deliver effective, data-informed solutionsSkilled in team motivation and cross-functional collaborationStrong ability to gather, analyze, and document complex business requirements and translate them into functional specifications and user storiesProficient in producing documentation such as business cases, use cases, test plans, training materials, and post-implementation reviewsProven ability to evaluate and advise leadership on IT and business process improvement initiativesExpert in root cause analysis and impact assessment, utilizing structured business analysis techniquesStrong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and facilitation skillsRegularly sit or stand for a prolonged period of time Employ visual acuity and dexterity in the regular use of computers and other related equipmentAt Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. Your tenacity will be rewarded with great pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to make your mark. This is an opportunity to own your future while working alongside co-workers who are united in our purpose to build better structures and better lives. Go further with an industry leader that puts people first, honors its word, and has the grit to achieve greatness. Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer. Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io or calling View phone number on click.appcast.io and asking for HR.