Strategist II - Data Analytics at Perkins&Will

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

80300.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analytics, Power BI, Graphic Design, Writing, Problem-solving, Critical Thinking, Storytelling, Analytical Skills, Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, Statistical Analysis, Survey Design, Change Management, Facility Planning, Design Research

Industry

Architecture and Planning

Description

The Strategist II - Data Analytics focus position turns insights into action and play a key role in delivering measurable results for our clients. This position supports the integration of data analytics and design research across our architectural, interior design, and advisory services. Our Minneapolis studio is seeking a candidate with a strong background in these areas and a passion for translating data into meaningful, actionable outcomes. Common and Baseline Responsibilities: * Uses enhanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design. * This role helps translate data and evidence-based research into actionable insights that inform design strategy, client decision-making, and organizational performance. * Build and maintain dashboards and visualizations (PowerBI) for client-facing and internal use, Revit/autocad is a bonus * Translate complex datasets into clear, compelling visual narratives that support strategic, operational, financial, and facility-based insights. * Prepares materials for client presentations. * Assists in developing conceptual design strategies and design criteria to empower and challenge our integrated design teams on their solutions. * Gains knowledge of interior design phases from pre-design through construction. * Collaborates with design teams to evaluate design options based on client-driven criteria. * Develops and facilitates data collection through interviews, focus groups, end-user surveys, observation, and post occupancy evaluation. * Objectively manages and analyzes collected data through processes such as dashboards and visualizations. * Experience applying statistical concepts such as correlation, regression, and descriptive statistics. * Prepares and supports change management documentation. * Assist with survey design, data collection, and analysis for pre- and post-occupancy evaluations (POEs) to assess whether design intent is achieving desired outcomes. * Analyze and synthesize project data to help demonstrate design effectiveness and inform future planning and design decisions. * Gains knowledge of workplace trends and practices. * Uses a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way. * Self-checks work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance. * Expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large. * Takes increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities. * Participates and collaborates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups. * Keep open communication within team and with designated team leader. * Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others. * Coordinates effectively with partners and consultants. High-level Summary of Critical, Baseline Technical Skills and Certifications Proficiencies * Graphic design skills * Writing skills * Problem-solving skills * Critical thinking * Storytelling * Analytical skills Software * Functional knowledge of 2D/3D Production Software * Basic Revit, AutoCAD * Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite * Presentation Tools (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.) * Data Analysis Software (Excel) * Power BI Licensure/Certifications/Education * Professional degree in facility planning, architecture, interior design, urban studies, industrial engineering or other related degree. * LEED GA within 6 months of hire * May be preparing for ARE or NCIDQ Requirements To join us, you should have: Typical Years of Requisite Experience:3-5 years How to Apply: Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume and work samples. Include your resume and a compact, representative sample of your work (no larger than 4MB). Salary and Benefit Information: We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair, and competitive and reflect our commitment to pay equity. Our compensation decisions include but are not limited to a candidate’s qualifications including skill sets, education, experience and training, licensure and certifications credentials if applicable, and business-related factors. This practice extends to all employees, including performance considerations for merit increases, job promotions, and transfer opportunities. We additionally review our pay practices, conduct pay equity audits, and ensure our managers are trained in our pay practices on an annual basis. At the time of posting this job advertisement, commensurate with qualifications, the annual pay salary range for this position in Minneapolis is between $63,000 and $80,300. Benefits: medical, dental, vision, wellness, LTD, Life Insurance, 401k, PTO. Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion [https://perkinswill.com/diversity-and-inclusion/] At Perkins&Will we believe that inclusion spurs creativity and that innovation is born from an engaged culture of diverse people + ideas. By moving beyond barriers and stereotypes of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status; we are committed to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve.  "Design has the power to inspire joy, uplift lives, and strengthen the spirit of community." [https://perkinswill.com/our-purpose/] *Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Perkins&Will will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Responsibilities

This role translates data and evidence-based research into actionable insights to inform design strategy and client decision-making. It involves building dashboards, facilitating data collection, and collaborating with design teams to evaluate project effectiveness.