Associate Contract Analyst Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Join AZAD Technology Partners as a Business Systems Analyst and provide high-level analytical business systems support and assistance to the Business Performance and Oversight organization within the Transmission Engineering Grid Expansion organization. This assignment will provide high-level analytical support to optimize, implement, and maintain the Procore-Gov platform by serving as the bridge between business operations and technical execution to ensure capital project design and build processes run seamlessly. Acting as the primary point of contact for active project deployments and ongoing operations and maintenance, the analyst collaborates closely with internal Subject Matter Experts, Contracting Officer's Representatives, IT security teams, and external specialized vendors supporting the Capital Program Plan, requiring strong expertise in enterprise Construction Management platforms-specifically Procore or Procore-Gov-along with the analytical rigor required to translate complex engineering workflows into clean, automated system processes.
This is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is full time on site based in Vancouver, Washington with onsite 5 days per week. The hourly pay rate for this position is between $65.00 and $77.00 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.
The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in information technology, business systems or a closely related technical discipline is highly desired.
8 years of experience is required with an applicable bachelor's degree.
10 years of experience is required with an applicable associate degree.
12 years of experience is required without a degree or applicable degree.
Experience should be consistent with specific requirements of Information Technology, Business Systems, or related specialty and progressively more technical in nature.
Experience with software associated with facilitation of technical contracts that support an electrical utilities plan/design/build process.
Technical understanding of software is sufficient to perform changes in configuration and security and to facilitate requests with product teams on system bug resolution or enhancements.
Technical writing skills to author, modify, or facilitate development of design specification documents, job aids, user guides, standard operating procedures, and similar materials.
Strong analytical and product management skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements.
Experience/ability to model processes, determine requirements, analyze alternatives, and verify solutions to meet business needs.
Software configuration experience, with the ability to understand and validate complex setups.
Experience building custom reports and dashboards in Procore or similar system to support operations and drive data-informed decision-making.
Experience with QA/testing methodologies, including functional, regression, and integration testing.
Valid U.S. Driver's License or RealID is required.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with Procore software from a support position/user perspective.
Experience in multi-tenant and/or multi-company Procore structures.
Project Management Professional, Certified Business Process Professional, or similar related certification.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives related to Utility design/construct processes.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical concepts, create comprehensive documentation, and articulate system impacts to both construction and business leaders.
Ability to develop white papers, lead design sessions, facilitate stakeholder discussions, and deliver Procore demonstrations.
AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.
Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.
AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.
Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.
If you enjoy working in such an environment, we encourage you to apply.
EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.
U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.
AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences.
Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.
AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.
AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.
AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.
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