How To Become A Construction Analyst: What It Is and Career Path

What is a construction analyst and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025

3 min read

Construction Analysts don't work in the construction site per se. Most of their duties are done behind the desk. They monitor construction projects and loans, working with banks and suppliers to negotiate the best possible deals for their employer. They keep track of material and labor costs, so it helps to have financial expertise and practical knowledge of what is needed on the construction site.

Most employers require their Construction Analysts to have a college diploma. Construction Analysts in the United States commonly hold degrees in Business, Architecture, Finance, and Civil Engineering. Other qualifications include craft experience, mechanical knowledge, and a keen eye for detail.

The average Construction Analyst in the United States earns a yearly salary of $81,000. Although, those in Alaska, Washington, and Maine tend to make higher paychecks. Employers like the United States Department of Homeland Security, TRI Pointe Group, and Acadian Ambulance pay their Construction Analysts a highly competitive salary of $90,000 or more on average.

ScoreConstruction AnalystUS Average

Salary

6.1

Avg. Salary $78,452

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level

7.4

Growth rate -4%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity

2.8

Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.88%

Asian 3.35%

Black or African American 8.03%

Hispanic or Latino 12.74%

Unknown 5.74%

White 69.26%

Gender

female 24.26%

male 75.74%

Age - 52

Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 52

Stress level

7.4

Stress level is high

7.1 - high

Complexity level

7.4

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance

4.4

Work life balance is poor

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a construction analyst

Explore construction analyst education requirements

Most common construction analyst degrees

Bachelor's

65.3 %

Associate

15.9 %

Master's

9.1 %

Start to develop specific construction analyst skills

Skills	Percentages
Construction Projects	15.94%
Construction Management	10.75%
Cost Estimates	10.04%
Real Estate	9.80%
Rehabilitation	9.76%

Complete relevant construction analyst training and internships

Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New construction analysts learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a construction analyst based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real construction analyst resumes.

Research construction analyst duties and responsibilities

Manage complete design and construction coordination of company's retail properties throughout the Washington/Baltimore area market.
Complete computer assist loss reports including accurate scope of damage, property sketch, and repair/replacement estimate.
Note by SBA management for presenting the program (s)``exactly as it should be . ''
Complete daily tally, communication logs, benefit updates, medical policy reviews and review policies and procedures using SharePoint applications.

Apply for construction analyst jobs

Now it's time to start searching for a construction analyst job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

Browse job boards for relevant postings
Consult your professional network
Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
Watch out for job scams