<p>Junior Analyst</p> <p>Department: Construction Management</p> <p>Employment Type: Full Time</p> <p>Location: New York, NY</p> <p>Compensation: $62,400 - $72,800 / year</p> <p>Description</p> <p>A great place to work and grow, Naik Group is a dynamic, multi-discipline engineering company with offices in New York and New Jersey. Our continued growth in this highly competitive market is evidence of the trust and value clients place in our services' quality and timeliness. Included in the full range of professional services we offer are Bridge/ Structural Design & Inspection, Highway/Roadway Engineering, Civil/Site Engineering, Traffic Engineering/ITS, Utility Engineering, Construction Management & Inspection, Design Build, Survey, Right of Way, and High Definition 3-D Laser Scanning. Our principals take considerable pride in their approach to the firm's management, offering services like that of a large organization while demonstrating the personal client and consultant relationship of a small firm.</p> <p>Naik Consulting Group is currently seeking a Junior Analyst. The Junior Analyst will assist project managers and business teams in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting financial and operational data to ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and performance tracking. This position is ideal for an entry-level professional with strong analytical skills and an interest in engineering and construction project management.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Financial Oversight</p> <ul> <li>Support weekly project cost reviews, monthly earnings analysis, and billings reconciliation. </li><li>Assist in sub-consultant cost management and reconciliations. </li><li>Contribute to accurate and timely forecasting of labor, revenue, and backlog. </li><li>Prepare financial analyses and reporting tools (e.g., spreadsheets, dashboards) to assess burn rates, profitability, and cash flow. </li></ul> <p>Project Support</p> <ul> <li>Provide financial documentation and analysis for project review meetings. </li><li>Collaborate with project managers to update cost projections and assess risks. </li><li>Support internal review processes for project agreements and work-at-risk documentation. </li><li>Assist with evaluating client compensation practices, risks, and opportunities for revenue enhancement. </li></ul> <p>Contract and Compliance</p> <ul> <li>Assist in reviewing contract terms, conditions, and compensation requirements for accuracy and compliance. </li><li>Support the preparation of project initiation forms, contract amendments, and documentation. </li><li>Help ensure contract terms flow down appropriately to sub-consultants and other partners. </li><li>Stay informed on updates to contract requirements, billing practices, and industry standards. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Business Law, or related field (Master's/MBA preferred). </li><li>0-3 years of relevant experience, ideally in engineering, construction, or professional services environments. </li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power BI (experience with ERP or project accounting systems a plus). </li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. </li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure. </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Naik offers a competitive compensation package including:</p> <ul> <li>Holiday and paid-time-off programs </li><li>401(k) Plan and Match </li><li>Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks) </li><li>Tuition Reimbursement </li><li>Competitive health and dental insurance premiums </li><li>Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability </li><li>Life insurance </li><li>Employee Assistant Program (EAP) </li><li>Flexible Spending Account </li><li>and More </li></ul> <p>Naik is a Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.</p> <p>We are committed to pay transparency and fairness in hiring. This posting complies with the Pay and Benefit Transparency Laws, which requires employers to disclose compensation and benefits information in all job advertisements.</p>