Research Analyst, Construction Technology

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**Do you want to build software that builds cities?** EllisDon’s construction technology team is made up of Product Owners, Developers, Data Analysts, UX Designers, IT Operations and we’re growing fast Our team also includes some of the best digital modelers and BIM specialists in the industry, experts who are working with the latest tech on construction projects around the globe.

We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace, and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is - there are no boundaries. **We are a software development studio of 140+ people**, backed by one of Canada’s top construction firms, with over 70 years in the industry and completing over $6 Billion of work each year. We build software that is solving real-world problems on some of Canada’s largest construction projects.

Above all, we at EllisDon work hard to deliver great careers to one another. We choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. EllisDon’s commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon’s purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.

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**Nature and Scope**

In this role you will be responsible for researching construction technology and products within the global construction industry, analyzing data, and developing business requirements and proposals based on research findings. The role will require the ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences, as well as the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective solutions.

**Major Responsibilities**
- Conduct research on technology and products within the global construction industry, including emerging trends, new products, and industry developments.
- Compile research findings into reports, presentations, and other materials that can be used to inform business decisions and strategy.
- Collaborate with other teams within the organization to ensure that research findings are integrated into overall business strategy and product development efforts.

**Other Responsibilities**
- Stay up-to-date on industry news and trends, and develop a deep understanding of the competitive landscape within the construction industry.
- Work with the product and development team to understand the development lifecycle and implementation process for new products

**Knowledge, Skills and Experience**
- 2-5 years of experience in a research, project management or analysis role within the construction industry or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills, with experience conducting research and analyzing data to inform business decisions.
- Experience in capturing, analyzing, and illustrating process flows to identify efficiencies.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate research findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of visual tools like Figma, Miro or MS Visio, as well as Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of construction technology and products, with a deep understanding of emerging trends and industry developments is an asset
- Experience with Agile Scrum/Kanban processes, and work management tools: JIRA, Confluence is an asset

**Education**
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, engineering, or construction management or equivalent

**Effort**
- Work requires light physical exertion, limited visual and/or auditory concentration, manual dexterity and/or strain.

**Working Conditions**
- Incidental or no adverse environmental conditions.

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