Construction Project Support Analyst

Job Description

Construction Project Support Analyst | DHL Group

The Tone:
This is an entry-level opportunity for a Construction Project Support Analyst at DHL Group, specifically within its Corporate Real Estate (CRE) AMERICAS team. DHL Group stands as the world’s leading logistics provider, proudly connecting people and improving lives across more than 220 countries and territories with over 580,000 employees. The Corporate Real Estate team is a critical function, responsible for managing a vast global portfolio of over 12,000 properties, spanning more than 30 million square meters. This role is crucial for supporting the Construction team by meticulously evaluating project data and identifying improvements to ensure exceptional data accuracy and compliance across all construction projects. It directly contributes to DHL Group’s continued development and growth within the AMERICAS region, offering unparalleled challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development within an international and virtual network of CRE colleagues.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship (for individuals currently pursuing a degree)
• Location: Virtual/International (as per the “We Offer” section)
• Team: Corporate Real Estate (CRE) AMERICAS, specifically supporting the Construction team
• Mission: The primary mission is to meticulously evaluate Project Tracking Tool (PTT) project data, identify critical audit materials, and propose system or process improvements to ensure exceptional data accuracy and compliance across all construction projects managed by DHL Group.
• Tech Stack: Project Tracking Tool (PTT)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Data Assessment: Conduct thorough reviews of Project Tracking Tool (PTT) data, meticulously assessing it against critical Internal Control System (ICS) audit materials to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Process Enhancement Identification: Proactively identify existing gaps and uncover opportunities within current construction project processes, aiming to significantly improve data accuracy and operational efficiency.
• System Improvement Evaluation: Evaluate potential opportunities for automation or propose strategic system updates designed to streamline data management practices and enhance the effectiveness of reporting.
• Collaborative Data Validation: Engage and collaborate effectively with Construction Project Managers (PMs) to conduct essential data validation and verification, ensuring the integrity and reliability of project information.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This position is suitable for candidates who are currently pursuing a degree in a highly relevant field such as Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, or a related academic discipline, indicating an early career or internship-level opportunity.
• Experience: Applicants must possess a foundational base knowledge of general construction and real estate principles.
• Skills: Essential skills include strong data review capabilities and robust analytical thinking. A clear understanding of project management fundamentals is also required, alongside excellent communication and collaboration abilities for successful team interaction.
• Bonus: While not strictly required, previous experience specifically related to project documentation or familiarity with construction workflows would be a distinct advantage and is preferred for this role.