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ResourceTek, LLC

Senior Business Analyst

ResourceTek, LLC, Overland Park, Kansas, United States, 66213

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We are seeking a

Senior Business Analyst (PMP-certified)

to join our client’s team near

Overland Park, KS . Our client is a leading provider of IT, finance, and consulting services for government agencies. This is an onsite contract role with an expected duration of 6‑12 months. Only local candidates will be considered.

Position Overview The

Senior Business Analyst

will provide strategic business analysis services, working closely with business units to understand customer needs, processes, and long‑term objectives. This role is key to identifying and defining business requirements for both internal and external projects, particularly within transportation, permitting, and civil engineering contexts. This is a full‑time, onsite role requiring daily presence at our client’s headquarters in Johnson County, KS to collaborate with stakeholders, facilitate meetings, and oversee project activities.

Key Responsibilities

Business & Systems Analysis:

Conduct feasibility analysis and develop Business Requirements Documents (BRD), Functional Requirements Documents (FRD), and Use Cases.

Collaborate with project management teams to define deliverables, project schedules, and functional priorities.

Perform data analysis and reporting using SQL and Microsoft Excel.

Evaluate existing IT systems and business processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Ensure seamless communication between stakeholders and developers to align business needs with technical solutions.

Bridge the gap between business users, project managers, and IT leadership, managing expectations and ensuring requirements are met.

Assist in the design, rollout, training, and support of new system implementations.

Work with cross‑functional teams, including transportation planners, civil engineers, developers, and quality assurance staff, to document and refine requirements.

Project Management & Documentation:

Plan and supervise User Acceptance Testing (UAT), writing and executing test cases.

Develop and maintain project artifacts, including issue logs, meeting minutes, schedules, and project summaries.

Provide ongoing project support and status updates to senior management.

Manage and track changes to project scope, schedule, and priorities.

Assist in identifying project risks and recommending mitigation strategies.

Software Development & Technical Collaboration:

Participate in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to ensure business requirements are properly implemented.

Support Agile development processes, working with teams using JIRA and Confluence.

Assist in designing and implementing cloud‑based applications, client/server systems, and web‑based technologies.

Work closely with developers to ensure business requirements are translated into functional software solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Expertise:

Strong understanding of business processes and workflow documentation.

Proficiency in SQL, Microsoft Excel, and data analysis techniques.

Experience working with BRD, FRD, Use Cases, and Agile methodologies.

Familiarity with project modeling tools such as Visio, Lucidchart, or similar platforms.

Hands‑on experience with JIRA, Confluence, and SDLC processes.

Project Management & Analysis:

Ability to conduct research on program efficiency, policies, and software requirements.

Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to identify process improvements.

Experience conducting testing and quality assurance to ensure project success.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to stakeholders.

Education and Experience

Education:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation, or related field.

Experience:

8+ years of experience writing and developing BRDs, FRDs, Use Cases, and Story Cards.

5+ years in Agile development and data research.

7+ years in project design and development using Visio, Lucidchart, or similar modeling tools.

7+ years conducting UAT and end‑to‑end regression testing.

Experience in transportation, permitting, or civil engineering projects is strongly preferred.

Certifications (Preferred):

PMP (Required)

SCRUM Certification (Preferred)

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

ResourceTek offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion.

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