Planning Data Specialist IV

Dodge Construction Network (Dodge) is looking for a Planning Data Specialist IV. This position assumes a senior-level role, overseeing an assigned territory characterized by building and maintaining relationships with key industry professionals and conducting research on projects in their assigned territory to guarantee significant and accurate data research. In addition to this primary responsibility, they play a pivotal role in spearheading departmental initiatives focused on data quality, sourcing, and engineering/modeling projects. Furthermore, they manage their designated territory in either private or public construction projects and offer support by covering open or backlogged territories as required.

This is a full-time position and reports directly to the Manager, Planning Team.

Preferred Location and Expected Work Hours

• This is a remote, home-office role and candidates must be located in our Central Region and must reside in AL, AR, FL, KY, IL, IN, LA, MI, MS, OH, TN, TX or WI. There is a preference to hire in Arkansas or Louisiana.
• Ability to work Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 Central or Eastern time zone

Travel Requirements

Expected travel is 5% for this role

Essential Functions

• Manage a mid to large size designated territory, overseeing an assigned territory characterized by significant data throughput
• Maintain and nurture industry relationships using expertise in the territory’s unique data sources
• Conduct comprehensive research, collect, verify, and maintain project data through various means, including phone calls, emails, and digital research
• Ensure timely, accurate, and comprehensive data entry for all assigned projects and use this data to create or update Dodge Reports on the Dodge platform
• Maximize data coverage by collecting information on as many active projects as possible within the assigned regions
• Complete formal documentation requests to support data collection processes
• Maintain accountability for performance metrics, ensuring accurate, punctual, and thorough data collection
• Lead departmental initiatives targeting data quality enhancement, sourcing optimization, and data engineering/modeling projects, ensuring these efforts align with organizational goals
• Manage the designated territory efficiently, overseeing high data throughput, while also providing coverage for open or backlogged territories when needed to maintain comprehensive data collection
• Assist with training process for new team members
• Answer customer inquiries for projects in their region and speak directly with customers as needed

Education Requirement

High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• 5+ years of experience in the construction industry; equivalent customer service experience may substitute
• 5+ years of outbound call experience
• Data entry experience
• Online research experience
• Proficient in all Microsoft areas
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Excellent reading comprehension
• Excellent internet research skills
• Able to work effectively in an independent, remote environment
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced role/production driven environment
• Strong typing skills
• Critical thinker and problem solver

About Dodge Construction Network

Dodge Construction Network exists to deliver the comprehensive data and connections the construction industry needs to build thriving communities. Our legacy is deeply rooted in empowering our customers with transformative insights, igniting their journey towards unparalleled business expansion and success. We serve decision-makers who seek reliable growth and who value relationships built on trust and quality. By combining our proprietary data with cutting-edge software, we