Data & Visualization Analyst

Freese and Nichols (FNI) is a leading professional services firm with over 130 years of experience delivering engineering, science, and technology solutions to public and private clients. We are committed to improving communities through innovative, client-focused solutions. Our growing Data Analytics practice is seeking a talented professional to help clients harness the power of their data.

Position Overview The Data Analytics & Visualization Specialist will serve as a trusted technical advisor and solutions provider, delivering turnkey data analysis and visualization services to FNI's diverse client base. This role bridges the gap between raw data and meaningful insight, combining business analysis expertise, data engineering proficiency, and dynamic dashboard development into a seamless client experience. The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver who thrives in a client-facing environment and can translate complex data into compelling visual narratives that drive informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities Client Engagement & Business Analysis Serve as the primary point of contact for data analytics engagements, building strong, trust-based client relationships

Facilitate discovery sessions and stakeholder interviews to clearly define client goals, business requirements, and success metrics

Translate client needs into actionable technical specifications and project scopes

Communicate project status, findings, and deliverables to both technical and non-technical audiences with clarity and confidence

Identify opportunities to expand analytics services and provide value-added solutions to existing clients

Data Engineering & Management Assess client data environments, including sources, formats, quality, and accessibility

Design and implement data pipelines, transformations, and integration workflows to prepare data for analysis

Perform data cleaning, normalization, and validation to ensure accuracy and reliability

Develop and maintain data models and schemas appropriate for reporting and visualization platforms

Work with structured and unstructured data from a variety of sources, including databases, GIS systems, spreadsheets, and cloud platforms

Dashboard Development & Visualization Design, develop, and deploy interactive dashboards and analytical reports tailored to client needs

Create intuitive, visually compelling data products that empower clients to explore and act on their data independently

Apply best practices in data visualization, UX design, and storytelling to maximize user engagement and comprehension

Maintain and enhance existing dashboards based on evolving client requirements and feedback

Incorporate geospatial data and mapping capabilities where applicable

Collaboration & Innovation Work cross-functionally with FNI engineers, scientists, project managers, and other technical staff to integrate analytics into broader project deliverables

Stay current with emerging tools, technologies, and industry trends in data analytics and visualization

Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, process improvement, and the development of reusable frameworks and templates

Support business development efforts, including proposal writing and client presentations

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Engineering, Geography, or a related field

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or a related discipline

Demonstrated proficiency with one or more leading visualization platforms, including:

Microsoft Power BITableauESRI Experience Builder Or comparable enterprise-grade tools

Proven experience with data engineering tasks, including ETL processes, data modeling, and database querying (SQL)
Strong business analysis skills, including requirements gathering, stakeholder facilitation, and documentation

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment

Client-facing experience with a track record of successful project delivery

Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages, such as:

Python,R,JavaScript, DAX,M (Power Query), orSQL variants

Experience with cloud data platforms (Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
Familiarity with GIS data and geospatial analytics

Experience in the public sector, municipal,…