Operations & Development Analyst

Operations & Development Analyst

Safe Harbor Sitework

Safe Harbor Sitework is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Operations & Development Analyst to support the planning, underwriting, and operational execution of development projects across the Construction & Residential portfolio(s). This role will play a critical part in evaluating new opportunities, supporting estimating and project execution, and helping drive data-informed decisions across the organization.

The ideal candidate will combine construction estimating knowledge, financial modeling skills, and operational awareness to help identify opportunities, manage project performance, and improve internal systems and processes.

This is a full-time position with an expected salary range of $85,000 – $100,000 annually, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction & Project Underwriting

• Oversee takeoffs, estimates, and proformas for projects across Safe Harbor’s development platforms.
• Develop a deep understanding of development sequencing and accurately model earthwork using software such as AGTEK or HCSS.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare detailed cost estimates for sitework, grading, utilities, and related scope.
• Evaluate development opportunities and quickly qualify projects, identifying potential red flags and value engineering opportunities.
• Assist with deal underwriting and financial modeling to support acquisition and development decisions.
• Prepare bid packages and scope sheets for subcontractors and vendors.
• Analyze and compare subcontractor bids and material quotes to ensure competitive pricing and scope alignment.

Financial Project Oversight

• Work closely with the Accounting team to oversee post-award project financial management.
• Create and maintain detailed project budgets for active jobs.
• Conduct monthly Estimated vs. Actual analyses to evaluate performance.
• Identify cost overruns, inefficiencies, and operational red flags early in the project lifecycle.
• Track production rates, equipment utilization, and crew productivity to improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain and update cost databases by feeding actual project cost data into estimating models to improve future forecasting and bidding accuracy.

Operational Systems & Process Development

• Develop and maintain internal templates and operational systems across key areas of the business, including:
• Cash flow models
• Progress billing systems
• New business pipeline tracking
• Project schedules
• Due diligence workflows
• Equipment utilization and cost databases

Market Intelligence & Business Development Support

• Aggregate and maintain market data including:
• Material and subcontractor pricing trends
• Land and vertical development comparables
• Assist in identifying new business and acquisition opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with engineers, builders, subcontractors, and industry partners.
• Support the team in evaluating potential land acquisition and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 years of construction, development, or sitework experience preferred
• Experience with earthwork takeoff or estimating software such as AGTEK or HCSS
• Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to underwrite and model development opportunities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and datasets simultaneously
• Ability to identify cost drivers, operational inefficiencies, and value engineering opportunities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills when working with project managers, engineers, and accounting teams

Preferred Experience

• Background in civil construction, sitework, grading, or land development
• Experience supporting construction estimating, project management, or development underwriting
• Familiarity with development sequencing and earthwork logistics

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $85,000 – $100,000 Annually
• Full-time position
• Opportunity to work on large-scale development and infrastructure projects across the portfolio