Job Information
HNTB Data Science Specialist/Practice Lead in Chicago, Illinois
What We're Looking For
Manages the development of a data science team as an integrated service offering of HNTB's growing digital innovation/technology services practice. This position would lead the implementation of a broad range of information technology projects and on call assignments for HNTB client(s) across all of the transportation markets we serve.
Primary Focus Will Include:
Collecting data through means such as analyzing business results or by setting up and managing new studies
Transferring data into a new format to make it more appropriate for analysis
Creating new, experimental frameworks to collect data
Building tools to automate data collection
Searching through large data sets for usable information
Creating reports and presentations for business uses
Correlating similar data to find actionable results
Helping HNTB clients build data science/analytics capabilities, solutions and policies
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
Project & Resource Management Skills
Ability to manage staff on small to large projects
Experience with Customer/Stakeholder Mgmt, Analysis/Problem Solving, Communication and Process Orientation
Experience with DOT, transit and/or tolling specific use cases
Practical experience in data governance and best practice data management tactics
Knowledge of programming languages like SQL, Python, R, and Scala
Familiarity with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI)
Strong mathematics skills (e.g., statistics, algebra)
Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop and Spark and commercial Cloud environments (AWS and/or Azure)
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What You'll Need
Essential Responsibilities:
Plays a leadership role in integrating HNTB’s client development and project management practices with the clients’ business processes and companion technology solutions to enhance the organization’s business strategy and model.
Plays a senior-level leadership role in converging business processes with technology in areas such as strategic planning, technical management, customer support, information assurance and systems engineering.
Provides a reliable hardware and software infrastructure including enterprise-wide systems and services such as telecommunications, GIS, voice and network systems, IT/infrastructure support, web-based collaborative activities and support services.
Manages strategic planning process for evolution of software and hardware infrastructure and information systems in a cost effective manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related degree
15 years project management related experience
Significant IT management experience with core competency in at least one of the following: MIS, ITS, GIS, networking
Additional Information
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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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About Us
At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value.
When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.
HNTB is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer .
HNTB does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.
Work Authorization
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).
Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry level positions.
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