Senior Field Operations Analyst

BREAK GROUND ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH US!

At MDC Holdings, Inc./Richmond American Homes, we encourage a company culture that promotes professionalism, teamwork, health & wellness and work-life balance. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for success, consider building a career with us. We're proud to be one of the most established homebuilders in the industry, with over 45 years of experience and 250,000+ homes to our credit.

We also take great pride in being a member of Sekisui House, a global leader in homebuilding. This impressive, 60+ year old company has built over 2.6 million new homes designed to reflect and adapt to the changing needs of today's homebuyers. Drawing on Sekisui House's unparalleled history and superior service, we commit ourselves to a future where people around the world can live joyful lives in homes that are safe, secure, stylish and comfortable.

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Construction Operations Analyst to drive performance and efficiency across national and divisional construction teams. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, systems-savvy professional with a background in residential construction operations, cost tracking, and jobsite performance improvement.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on knowledge of quality control and construction safety systems, and experience using tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, BuildPro, and JD Edwards (E1). This individual will work directly with national purchasing teams and construction leaders to analyze data, standardize processes, and deliver insights that directly impact field execution and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Operations Support

Partner with national and divisional construction teams to support project scheduling, process improvements, and build cycle management.
• Work directly with national purchasing teams to align procurement strategies with construction operations, ensuring cost efficiency and material availability.
• Prepare and coordinate scopes of work across trade categories and align with manufacturer and industry consensus recommendations.
• Understand of jobsite safely protocols, OSHA standards and quality assurance/control programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to influence and collaborate across departments.
• Assist in tracking trade performance, resource utilization, and estimating accuracy across core product lines.
• Help coordinate the rollout of plan updates and construction documentation to ensure job readiness and consistency across markets.

System Optimization & Data Analysis

• Develop and maintain reporting tools and dashboards in Power BI and Excel to track KPIs related to construction progress, compliance, and cost efficiency.
• Support the integration and use of construction software platforms including BuildPro and JD Edwards E1.
• Audit and analyze takeoff data, material usage, and labor allocation to identify trends and process improvement opportunities.

Quality Control & Safety Insight

• Leverage knowledge of quality control systems to support jobsite inspections, construction standards, and field team coaching initiatives.
• Assist in tracking and analyzing safety metrics, incident trends, and compliance with corporate safety protocols.
• Collaborate with safety and QA/QC leadership to implement best practices across divisions.

Cost Management & Estimating

• Analyze unit costs, vendor bids, and procurement practices to support budget accuracy and cost savings.
• Support unbundling initiatives and takeoff strategies that improve visibility into material and labor components.
• Assist in developing tools and templates to improve estimating consistency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in residential construction operations, estimating, or construction analytics.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
• Working knowledge of BuildPro, JD Edwards E1, and field-based construction processes.
• Understanding of jobsite safety protocols, OSHA standards, and quality assurance/control programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to influence and collaborate across departments.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel to division offices and construction sites as needed; open to relocation.

Benefits & Perks!

While we value hard work, we also recognize the importance of having fun! Our employees enjoy a collaborative environment where they can freely bounce ideas off one another and participate in exciting teambuilding activities and outings, like trips to the ballpark, holiday celebrations, regular office socials and much more.

• Positive, collaborative team culture
• Competitive compensation structure
• Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA accounts, 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP
• Time Off benefits include: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement, Jury Duty, FMLA, and Military leave
• Discounted pet insurance
• Home purchase discounts & more!

*All benefits are subject to qualification and hire dates. Not all benefits apply to commissioned sales people.

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $80,000-$100,000
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Bonus Type: Year-end Discretionary

If you are ready for more than a job and seek a career with one of the most respected organizations in a top industry then we want to hear from you. Please also visit our website at www.richmondamerican.com for more information.

MDC Holdings, Inc. / Richmond American Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.