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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Project Controls Specialist - Data Analytics and Reporting - **Company:** Granite Construction - **Location:** Salt Lake City, UT, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $111,123.0 - $166,683.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Autodesk Revit, Business Intelligence Development, Building Information Modeling, Databases, Data Transformation, Document Management Systems, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne, Microsoft Office, Operational Data Store, Microsoft PowerPoint, Primavera, Power BI, SQL Databases, Navisworks, Powerquery, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Tools for Reporting, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) - **Published:** July 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=82819d70e260c611 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or comparable discipline - or equivalent combination of training and experience Work Experience * 7+ years' experience in a related position * Proven experience building PowerBI dashboards including relationships, DAX, intuitive/User-friendly information formats. * Experience in AEC sector, preferably construction, using data such as ACC, Primavera P6, and Job Cost systems. Knowledge, skills, and abilities * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). * Experience with JD Edwards / OneWorld (preferred). * Basic understanding of construction-industry data workflows. * Familiarity with BIM and coordination tools such as Revit, Navisworks, and Civil 3D (conceptual understanding acceptable). * Working knowledge of data transformation and analytics tools including Power BI, DAX Studio, and SQL Server Management Studio. * Ability to write DAX formulas, Power Query (M) scripts, and SQL expressions. * Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear information sharing. * Excellent problem-solving skills with reliable follow-through. * Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. * Self-starter capable of independently structuring workload and seeking out resources. * Ability to work effectively with staff at all levels as well as external clients and partners. * Demonstrated ability to perform well in high-production environments and under tight deadlines. * Committed to continuous learning, with a strong growth mindset and active pursuit of professional development opportunities., * Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment * Ability and willingness to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct on a daily basis * Valid driver's license and ability to drive for extended periods of time * Some travel required ## Description Project Controls Specialist IV - Data Analytics & Reporting is an advanced technical specialist responsible for administering, improving, and standardizing project controls systems, processes, reporting, and documentation across large or complex projects. This corporate role partners with project teams, operations, corporate functions, and IT to ensure accurate data, effective controls, user support, and consistent process execution. In this specialization, the role focuses on building, maintaining, and governing project controls data models, dashboards, and reporting environments to improve decision-making and operational visibility., * Administer and maintain Power BI workspaces, dashboards, and reporting environments, including performance, usability, and security. * Collaborate with project controls teams to develop and optimize dashboards, trend analysis, predictive analytics, and decision-support reporting. * Work with IT to connect source systems, map APIs, and maintain data structures within the Operational Data Store (ODS). * Develop and maintain data dictionaries, metadata references, lineage documentation, and related BI governance artifacts. * Support development of stable construction project data models and ontology structures spanning cost, scheduling, procurement, risk, document control, BIM, and related domains. * Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with organizational governance standards throughout BI development and reporting processes. * Develop and maintain process manual (containing Standard Operating Procedures and Process Narratives) to ensure consistent tracking of all in-process projects. * Lead report testing, validation, and internal documentation reviews prior to release. * Train users on dashboard interpretation, configuration, and best practices to encourage adoption and effective use. * Train regional and job-assigned project controls and construction professionals with walkthrough, demos, and training materials for how to configure and use dashboards. * May supervise, direct, and mentor project staff to ensure individual development and that project standards are met., * The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. * The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. * The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions., Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. 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