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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Operations Specialist - **Company:** Perkins - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $110,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Big Data, Microsoft Online Services, Information Systems, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Data Structures, Data Visualization, Relational Databases, Information Management, Knowledge Management, Microsoft Office, Operational Data Store, Power BI, Standard Sql, DataOps, Microsoft SharePoint, Systems Integration, Tableau (Software), Microsoft Power Automate, Powerquery, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Management, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=85665976793e361c ## About the Role * Communication: Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills and can translate complex information into understandable insights. * Organization: Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple datasets, priorities, and initiatives simultaneously. * Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment and can quickly adjust to changing project and organizational needs. * Problem-Solving: Uses analytical and strategic thinking to identify inefficiencies and propose practical solutions. * Initiative: Self-motivated and capable of independently advancing projects and operational improvements. * Collaboration: Builds strong working relationships across teams and contributes to a collaborative work environment. * Analytical Thinking: Approaches problems methodically, identifying patterns and opportunities through data and critical analysis. * Curiosity: Demonstrates interest in discovering connections between information and identifying ways to make knowledge more accessible and useful., * Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Information Management, Architecture, Urban Planning, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or related field preferred. * Approximately 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in data analytics, data management, operations, or related fields. * Experience managing and processing large datasets from multiple sources. * Experience developing dashboards and data visualizations using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.[ER2] * Strong proficiency in Excel, Power Query, and Microsoft Office Suite. * Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases. * Experience with Microsoft ecosystem tools including SharePoint, Power Automate, and Teams preferred. * Familiarity with BIM-related data environments and project information systems preferred. * Experience with workflow automation and process improvement initiatives preferred. * Strong documentation and organizational skills. * Interest in applying data to improve operational performance and knowledge sharing across the organization. ## Description * Data Management: Manage, integrate, and maintain internal datasets, including HR, sustainability, project, financial, utilization, and operational data, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and reporting readiness.[SG1] * Data Standards: Establish and maintain data standards, naming conventions, metadata structures, and documentation practices to improve consistency across systems and teams. * Quality Assurance: Monitor data quality and identify missing, inconsistent, or duplicate information while developing processes for ongoing validation and quality control. * Practice Area Support: Support practice areas in developing consistent project data structures, benchmark datasets, and reporting standards. * Systems Integration: Coordinate information flow between systems including HR platforms, Enterprise resource planning (ERM) systems, project management tools, BIM environments, and reporting platforms. * Knowledge Management: Identify, organize, and connect institutional knowledge and data across systems, teams, and project archives, making information more accessible and actionable. 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