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Job Description

Employer Name:     DPR Construction, A General Partnership (DPR Construction) 

Position:          Optimization Analyst

Work location:         Austin, Texas

Job Duties: 
Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions.

Use graduate-level knowledge of data analysis, mathematical modeling, problem-solving, identifying constraints and correlations, and critical thinking to develop/utilize mathematical or simulation models to aid in identifying and resolving operations issues or constraints. Capture both quantitative data, (such as usage statistics) and qualitative data, (such as user satisfaction and feedback) using Project Management (PM) tool(s) such as Monday.com. Leverage data visualization capabilities in Tableau, Power BI and other visual aid tools to translate results of mathematical modeling and complex data findings into understandable and actionable operations insights for key stakeholders, ensuring that the information is accessible and understandable to all. Conduct research into how proposed operations solutions align with both user needs and broader organizational goals, drawing from graduate-level knowledge of the Architecture/Engineering/Design/Construction industries. Integrate stakeholder feedback through interactive Tableau dashboards to facilitate real-time data exploration and adjust based on input from various departments within DPR. Employ Natural Language Processing (NLP) Techniques to extract and quantify relationships within text data, transforming qualitative information into actionable numerical parameters using techniques like sentiment analysis and topic modeling to identify variables and constraints relevant to specific problems. Use findings to compile the enterprise portfolio solution at DPR. Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy, and reformulate models, as necessary. Refine and reformulate models to better align with the underlying data and stakeholder objectives. Engage key stakeholders to validate findings and refine understanding, fostering a collaborative approach to problem-solving that leverages diverse perspectives and expertise within the organization. Partner with business groups to understand operations concerns and factor them into the incremental solutions being built as part of the Project Management (PM) tool implementation across the company.

Some telecommuting is permitted.  

Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Sustainable Design and Construction, or related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in a construction execution/analyst-related occupation. 

Some telecommuting is permitted.  

Skill Requirements: 

Position requires at least 3 years of experience in each of the following skills: 

1.    Structure and resolve complex and ambiguous project challenges by identifying key issues in areas such as design quality, construction safety, quality, cost management, change management, breaking them down into manageable components, and systematically analyzing each part to develop comprehensive and effective solutions.
2.    Integrate feedback from various cross functional departments and experts (such as owner, architects, engineers, manufacturing, suppliers, construction management, operations, technology, etc.) through collaborative sessions, validating findings, and refining concepts through various communication strategies such as facilitation techniques, stakeholder interviews, collaborative workshops, visual storytelling, and iterative prototyping as needed to ensure a cohesive approach and produce well-aligned holistic solutions.
3.    Produce comprehensive documentation and reports that clearly articulate methodologies, findings, and recommendations, ensuring transparency and facilitating informed decision-making by stakeholders.

Position also requires at least some experience or one semester of graduate-level coursework in each of the following skills:

4.    Identify constraints and correlations within the construction industry’s business and operation processes (such as stakeholder engagement and analysis, design development, documentation and specifications, bidding and procurement, project scheduling, budget planning, resource management, construction project safety management, quality control, change management, risk management, sustainability practices, virtual design and construction, etc.), effectively resolve issues, promote integration of processes and tools, and enhance operational feasibility and effectiveness.
5.    Enacting change management, including planning, implementing, and monitoring change initiatives, ensuring that new processes and tools are adopted smoothly and effectively within the projects across the organization.
6.    Use CMiC for cost management, RFI, submittals, issue tracking and management.
7.    Leverage advanced project and production management tools (such as Primavera P6, ManufactOn, Fuzor VDC, Pull Planning systems) to manage prefabrication production and site installation, real-time collaboration in VR using tools like MeetinVR, IrisVR; track progress and evolution of the project and ensure efficient translation of planned objectives to executing strategies through BIM Coordination, Pull Planning etc. 
8.    Partner with multidisciplinary A/E/C teams to understand motivations, concerns and collaboratively develop solutions that turn complex ideas into simple and understandable outcomes using advanced methodologies like Design Thinking, Lean Construction, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Target Value Design (TVD), Collaborative Problem Solving, Process Mapping etc.
9.    Learn and implement new concepts such as Target Value Design, Digital Twins, Industrialized construction, Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA), Smart buildings and tools, and technologies like Revit, NavisWorks, Fuzor, ManufactOn, MeetinVR, IrisVR enabling swift adaptation to evolving project requirements and industry trends.  
10.    Foster innovative, user-centric solutions to complex operational challenges, including multi-disciplinary collaboration, budget and schedule overruns, and sustainability, by applying design thinking principles to drive business value.

The final compensation offered to candidates will be based on various factors, including but not limited to qualifications, experience, location, and compliance with legal obligations. DPR offers a variety of health & wellness benefits, see https://www.dpr.com/company/careers/benefits.

TO APPLY: Please email resume to [email protected], and indicate job code RJ021. 
 
 

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.