Construction Analytics & Automation Specialist

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, we’ve 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 low‑connectivity environments.

Integrate field tools (PM, safety, inspections, timekeeping) with ERP/accounting and back‑office systems.

Design, maintain, and document no‑code/low‑code automations across platforms like Power Automate, Make, Zapier, or n8n.

Ensure accurate, structured job‑level data (jobs, phases, cost codes, labor, materials) to support forecasting and WIP reporting.

Build dashboards and reporting for PMs, superintendents, and leadership, enabling near–real‑time job performance visibility.

Monitor workflows, troubleshoot integration failures, and maintain governance standards (naming, versioning, access control).

Support ad‑hoc 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 no‑code/low‑code automation platforms and workflow design.

Solid working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.

Experience integrating APIs, flat files, and mobile field‑collected data.

Hands‑on 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 process‑mapping 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 www.e-verify.gov.  All individuals who accept an offer of employment are required to complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.