Kahua Automation Specialist

Job Title: Kahua Automation Specialist

Company: AcceleratedPM

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Remote

This position is primarily involved in work in the computer field, performing systems analysis, design, development, documentation, testing, or modification of workflow systems or programs, specifically the enterprise EPC workflow system Kahua.

The Kahua Automation Specialist possesses a depth of knowledge within the designated Information Technology (IT) area of responsibility, which is applied to diverse assignments. This position may collaborate with customers, vendors, industry consultants, and company management in order to drive results. This role supports workflow-related IT projects. This position may involve guiding and sharing knowledge with other IT staff.

Principal Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain critical planning, monitoring, and reporting processes as well as required documentation, for the timely coordination and completion of project tasks.
• Work closely with team members and stakeholders to understand project requirements and contribute to the alignment of software solutions with organizational goals.
• Coordinate, direct, and lead project status meetings, confirm milestones, and ensure goals are achieved.
• Assist in various aspects of workflow development software projects, including design, testing, and deployment, under the guidance of senior team members to contribute to the successful execution of software projects based on area of responsibility.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach, addressing user needs and ensuring software solutions meet end-user requirements.
• Contribute to the development and coding of enterprise-level software applications.
• Participate with cross-functional team members in issue identification, process impacts, and solution development discussions to optimize end-to-end solutions
• Demonstrate proficiency in programming languages, frameworks, and tools relevant to enterprise application development.
• Maintain documentation related to software development, including coding standards, procedures, and user manuals.
• Stay informed about industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in software development.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements and innovative solutions to enhance software applications.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies, procedures, and regulations, such as data privacy and cybersecurity standards.
• May need to travel to attend to business-related matters.

Other Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand IT practices, guide strategy, and align with core strategies.
• Function as the primary driver of the client relationship.
• Assist in guiding customer requests for new solutions or changes.
• Document requirements and obtain customer approval for development.
• Collaborate with application owners for IT-driven changes.
• Support adherence to IT strategy and methodologies.
• Oversee scope, schedule, and interfaces with IT teams.
• Review project objectives and propose cost-effective alternatives.
• Analyze complex processes, identify areas for improvement, and recommend solutions.
• Define, analyze, develop, and document new systems and programs to meet business needs.
• Coordinate software and hardware installation, deployment, and upgrades.

Minimum Qualifications - Related Education, Experience & Skills

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and five (5) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to nine (9) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements.
• Workflow solution (Kahua, Power Automate, Aconex, or similar) experience along with software development experience.
• Hands-on with code experience.
• Experience in the development and deployment of complex workflows for large projects is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines.
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner.