About the Role :
We are seeking an experienced and analytics-driven Business Analyst (Assistant Manager) with a strong background in real estate, construction, or infrastructure operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in project analytics, supply chain optimization, equipment / machinery operations data, and business intelligence tools. This role requires the ability to translate operational data into actionable insights to enhance project performance, operational efficiency, and cost optimization.
Key Responsibilities :
Data Analytics & Business Intelligence :
- Analyze and interpret large datasets from ERP systems, IoT devices, and operational dashboards.
- Build predictive and forecasting models (e.g., equipment availability, procurement planning, maintenance forecasting).
- Develop and maintain dashboards using Power BI / Tableau for real-time visibility of KPIs such as utilization, downtime, OEE, cost metrics, and project progress.
- Perform root-cause analysis and risk assessment using analytical / statistical techniques.
Project & Operations Analytics :
Evaluate project KPIs such as schedule adherence, asset utilization, fuel consumption, maintenance turnaround time, procurement lead time, and overall project efficiency.Support project teams with data-backed insights to reduce schedule overruns and improve execution quality.Collaborate with plant & machinery teams to optimize lifecycle management through data-driven strategies.Work closely with cross-functional teams (Projects, Operations, Planning, SCM, Finance) to define reporting needs and develop analytics frameworks.Supply Chain & Procurement Analytics :
Design demand-forecasting models and procurement planning dashboards to reduce emergency orders.Conduct spend analysis, vendor performance evaluation, and sourcing analytics to support SCM strategies.Optimize material / inventory management through data modeling and trend analysis.Predictive & Preventive Maintenance :
Work with IoT / telemetry data to build predictive maintenance models, improving uptime and reducing equipment failures.Analyze machinery health data to recommend preventive maintenance schedules and enhance asset reliability.Reporting & Business Insights :
Prepare management-level reports, MIS, and presentations summarizing insights, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities.Provide actionable insights to senior leadership for strategic decision-making.Identify automation opportunities for existing reporting and operational processes.Skills & Qualifications :
5-10 years of experience in Business Analytics, Operations Analytics, or Project Analytics roles.Strong background in Real Estate / Construction / Infrastructure / EPC industry is preferred.Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python / Excel, and data modeling.Experience with ERP systems (SAP / Oracle) and familiarity with IoT-based data is an added advantage.Strong understanding of project management, plant & machinery operations, supply chain, maintenance, and cost optimization.Ability to communicate insights clearly through reports, dashboards, and presentations.Analytical mindset with a problem-solving approach and eye for detail.(ref : iimjobs.com)