Business Analyst - Construction Startup

Job Description: Business Analyst (Construction Startup)

Position: Business Analyst

Location: Bangalore

Experience: 2 to 4 Years

Industry: Construction Startup

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Business Analyst to join our fast-growing construction startup. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing business operations, developing insights, and providing data-driven recommendations to improve processes, efficiency, and decision-making. A strong command of Excel and Google Sheets is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

- Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret data from various sources to provide insights into business performance, trends, and areas for improvement.

- Financial Analysis: Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling using Excel and Google Sheets to help the team make informed financial decisions.

- Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in current business processes and propose actionable improvements to optimize operations and resource allocation.

- Market Research & Trend Analysis: Conduct market research and competitive analysis to help the company stay ahead of industry trends and make strategic decisions.

- Dashboard Creation: Develop and maintain dashboards and reports in Excel and Google Sheets for easy visualization of key performance indicators (KPIs) and project progress.

- Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and senior management to gather requirements, analyze project data, and provide business insights that enhance decision-making.

- Documentation & Presentations: Prepare and present findings, reports, and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear, concise manner.

- Risk Analysis: Assist in identifying potential risks related to projects or operations and suggest mitigation strategies.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.

- 2+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within the construction or related industry.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets for data analysis, financial modeling, and reporting.

Mandatory Skills:

Excel: Proficient in creating complex spreadsheets, pivot tables, charts, formulas, and financial models.

Google Sheets: Strong knowledge of Google Sheets for real-time data analysis, collaboration, and reporting.

Preferred (Added Advantage) Skills:

- Knowledge of project management tools and software commonly used in the construction industry.

- Familiarity with business intelligence tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Google Data Studio.

- Experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting within construction startups or related industries.

Key Attributes:

- Strong communication and presentation skills.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment with minimal supervision.

- Attention to detail and a passion for data-driven decision-making.

- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary

- Health insurance

- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing startup environment

- Professional growth and development opportunities

Work schedule: 6 days per week.