Data & Visualization Analyst

Freese and Nichols (FNI) is a leading professional services firm with over 130 years of experience delivering engineering, science, and technology solutions to public and private clients. We are committed to improving communities through innovative, client-focused solutions. Our growing Data Analytics practice is seeking a talented professional to help clients harness the power of their data.

Position Overview

The Data Analytics & Visualization Specialist will serve as a trusted technical advisor and solutions provider, delivering turnkey data analysis and visualization services to FNI's diverse client base. This role bridges the gap between raw data and meaningful insight, combining business analysis expertise, data engineering proficiency, and dynamic dashboard development into a seamless client experience. The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver who thrives in a client-facing environment and can translate complex data into compelling visual narratives that drive informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Client Engagement & Business Analysis

• Serve as the primary point of contact for data analytics engagements, building strong, trust-based client relationships
• Facilitate discovery sessions and stakeholder interviews to clearly define client goals, business requirements, and success metrics
• Translate client needs into actionable technical specifications and project scopes
• Communicate project status, findings, and deliverables to both technical and non-technical audiences with clarity and confidence
• Identify opportunities to expand analytics services and provide value-added solutions to existing clients

Data Engineering & Management

• Assess client data environments, including sources, formats, quality, and accessibility
• Design and implement data pipelines, transformations, and integration workflows to prepare data for analysis
• Perform data cleaning, normalization, and validation to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Develop and maintain data models and schemas appropriate for reporting and visualization platforms
• Work with structured and unstructured data from a variety of sources, including databases, GIS systems, spreadsheets, and cloud platforms

Dashboard Development & Visualization

• Design, develop, and deploy interactive dashboards and analytical reports tailored to client needs
• Create intuitive, visually compelling data products that empower clients to explore and act on their data independently
• Apply best practices in data visualization, UX design, and storytelling to maximize user engagement and comprehension
• Maintain and enhance existing dashboards based on evolving client requirements and feedback
• Incorporate geospatial data and mapping capabilities where applicable

Collaboration & Innovation

• Work cross-functionally with FNI engineers, scientists, project managers, and other technical staff to integrate analytics into broader project deliverables
• Stay current with emerging tools, technologies, and industry trends in data analytics and visualization
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, process improvement, and the development of reusable frameworks and templates
• Support business development efforts, including proposal writing and client presentations

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Engineering, Geography, or a related field

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated proficiency with one or more leading visualization platforms, including:
• Microsoft Power BI
• Tableau
• ESRI Experience Builder
• Or comparable enterprise-grade tools
• Proven experience with data engineering tasks, including ETL processes, data modeling, and database querying (SQL)
• Strong business analysis skills, including requirements gathering, stakeholder facilitation, and documentation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
• Client-facing experience with a track record of successful project delivery

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages, such as:

• Python,

• R,

• JavaScript,

• DAX,

• M (Power Query), or

• SQL variants

• Experience with cloud data platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)

• Familiarity with GIS data and geospatial analytics

• Experience in the public sector, municipal, environmental, or infrastructure industries

• Knowledge of Agile or iterative project delivery methodologies

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft PL-300, Tableau Desktop Specialist, ESRI certifications)

About Freese and Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.

We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work.

Join our team of 1,400+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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