Construction Analytics & Automation Specialist
18 days ago
Kansas City
Job DescriptionSalary: $65,000 - $85,000 annual salary At J.R. & Co., Inc., we're not just building roofs - we're building careers. We specialize across a full range of building envelope services, including commercial roofing, architectural cladding (sheet metal), glass and glazing, solar panel installation, rooftop maintenance, and disaster relief. Established in 1986 and proudly veteran-owned, we're an energetic, optimistic, and family-oriented construction company based out of Kansas City. With a reputation for excellence in workmanship and customer service, weve earned recognition from top industry manufacturers and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. If you're looking for a place to grow, thrive, and make a real impact while working in a safety-focused, supportive environment, J.R. & Co., Inc. is the place for you. Join our team today and be a part of building something great! Job Title: Construction Data & Automation Specialist Job Type: Full Time Start Date: Immediately Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000 Annual Salary Position Overview: Design and operate no-code and low-code automation solutions that connect field operations, project management, finance, and leadership reporting. This role focuses on eliminating manual re-entry, improving job-level visibility, and enabling real-time decision-making for a highly mobile construction workforce. Core Outcomes • Field data captured once and trusted everywhere, • Faster job cost, production, and variance visibility, • Reduced administrative burden on superintendents, foremen, and PMs Essential Functions: • Automate field workflows (daily logs, production tracking, time capture, material deliveries, issue escalation)., • Build mobile-friendly forms and workflows that function reliably in lowconnectivity environments., • Integrate field tools (PM, safety, inspections, timekeeping) with ERP/accounting and backoffice systems., • Design, maintain, and document nocode/lowcode automations across platforms like Power Automate, Make, Zapier, or n8n., • Ensure accurate, structured joblevel data (jobs, phases, cost codes, labor, materials) to support forecasting and WIP reporting., • Build dashboards and reporting for PMs, superintendents, and leadership, enabling nearrealtime job performance visibility., • Monitor workflows, troubleshoot integration failures, and maintain governance standards (naming, versioning, access control)., • Support adhoc analysis and continuous improvement initiatives tied to job cost accuracy and operational performance. Education and Experience: • Experience with construction ERPs (e.g., ComputerEase, Sage, Viewpoint, Procore Financials), • Familiarity with field tools (e.g., Buildertrend, Procore, timekeeping apps), • Exposure to RPA or light scripting (Python or JavaScript), • Experience supporting multi-location or regional operations Required Skills & Abilities • Strong experience with nocode/lowcode automation platforms and workflow design., • Solid working knowledge of SQL and relational databases., • Experience integrating APIs, flat files, and mobile fieldcollected data., • Handson experience with BI tools such as Power BI, Metabase, Tableau, or Excel., • Understanding of construction workflows and ability to design solutions that work in real jobsite conditions., • Excellent communication, documentation, and processmapping skills; able to translate field needs into simple, reliable automations. Work Environment/Physical Requirements: • Primarily office-based work environment, • Pass initial drug test and participate in random drug test program, • Overtime and weekends may be required based on workload demands, • Must comply with OSHA regulations, safety requirements, and company safety policies Benefits: • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, • Paid time off, • 401(k) with company match, • HSA/FSA Work Location/Schedule • In person: Kansas City, MO, • Regular Office hours: Mon-Fri J.R. & Co., Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. JR & Co. Inc. participates in E-Verify. To learn more visit . All individuals who accept an offer of employment are required to complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.