Senior Business Analyst Job Details | Aecon

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As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we cant do it safely, we dont do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

The Senior Business Analyst is responsible for internal projects that focuses on process reengineering and automation. The successful candidate will be adept at supporting the business through changes associated with agreed upon solutions. Strong communication and a team player mindset are essential, as well as willingness to work closely with others and take on other Senior Business Analyst responsibilities.

• Execute assignments based on project management best practices and methodologies (PMBOK).
• Identify and implement processes improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness using technology, strategy, and analytics.
• Facilitate business process reengineering workshops to streamline and improve business processes and recommending future state processes.
• Organize task mining initiatives and/or process walkthrough sessions to capture and document current process flows.
• Meticulously gather, document, and analyze business requirements and propose potential solutions through user interviews, group discussions, and other means.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders during requirements and testing development.
• Create new or improve existing documentation such as procedures, workflows, and user guides and recommend controls by identifying issues.
• Assess potential process automation candidates with stakeholders and provide summary documentation outlining the results of these assessments.
• Apply sound analysis and critical thinking to evaluate ideas, decisions, and outcomes, offering recommendations to stakeholders.
• Present findings in a clear, and visually engaging format for stakeholders.
• Engage appropriate teams throughout project to ensure adherence to technical standards and provide recommendations on the practical application of technology.
• Deliver regular updates to project managers, business stakeholders, and leadership to manage expectations and ensure transparency.
• Support change management plan in collaboration with the Business Readiness team.
• Provide training, guidance and support to the business associated with agreed upon changes.
• Assist with various operational issues, including troubleshooting production support issues, as well as gathering and documenting change request details.
• Provide technical direction and problem-solving assistance to other colleagues.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Construction industry experience is an asset.
• CBAP Certification.
• 3-5 years or more in a Business Analyst role.
• Functional experience in one or more SAP modules.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in testing, documentation, user training, or project management related to the application development life cycle.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong degree of emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
• Excellent communication skills to act as communicators, facilitators, and mediators.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.