Business Analyst

Business Analyst Location: New Jersey (Hybrid - 3 days/week onsite) Employment Type: Contract About Our Client Our client is an investor-owned utility company headquartered in New Jersey, serving customers across the region with reliable energy solutions. With a strong commitment to modernizing their infrastructure and advancing clean energy initiatives, this organization is at the forefront of the energy transition. They operate across multiple service territories and are actively investing in large-scale IT modernization projects, grid enhancements, and sustainable energy programs. The company values innovation, environmental stewardship, and delivering exceptional service to their communities while adapting to the evolving landscape of the utilities industry. Job Description As a Business Analyst supporting large information technology projects in the Energy & Utilities sector, you will serve as a critical link between business needs and technological solutions. This role offers variety and a challenging environment ideal for professional growth, working on impactful projects that modernize utility operations and support clean energy goals. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams including IT developers, business stakeholders, and project managers to ensure successful implementation of technology solutions. You'll gather requirements, analyze energy data, document processes, and validate that solutions align with business objectives. This position provides the opportunity to work on time-sensitive projects that directly impact operational efficiency, customer experience, and strategic business initiatives. The ideal candidate is passionate about leveraging data and technology to solve complex problems in the energy sector and thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments where analytical thinking and stakeholder collaboration are essential to success. Duties and Responsibilities • Gather and document business requirements using interviews, workshops, and user stories • Analyze and map business processes to identify optimization opportunities • Collaborate with IT teams to design technology solutions aligned with business goals • Work with cross-functional teams on time-sensitive energy data analysis that helps summarize the business's goals, initiatives, and customer performance • Ensure solution alignment with different stakeholders across the organization • Contribute to project success by participating in testing and validation activities • Write clear and well-structured business requirements and documentation • Translate complex raw data into useful summaries for business decision-making • Support IT modernization initiatives and project delivery activities Required Experience/Skills • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field • 4+ years of proven experience as a Business Analyst or Functional Analyst in the Energy & Utilities industry • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to turn complex raw data into useful summaries • Experience with Data Analytics, SQL, MS Access, and PowerBI • Proficiency with business analysis techniques and tools such as UML or BPMN • Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment • Must be local to New Jersey and able to commute to the office 3 days per week Nice-to-Haves • Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies • Knowledge of Energy & Utilities IT Systems • Experience with Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency programs • Previous experience supporting large-scale IT transformation projects • Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements in the utilities sector Education • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field required Pay & Benefits Summary $43/hr W2 Call-to-Action Ready to make an impact in the Energy & Utilities sector? Apply today! We're looking for motivated Business Analysts who thrive on variety and professional growth. Submit your application to join a dynamic team supporting critical IT modernization projects. Keywords: Business Analyst | Energy & Utilities | Data Analytics | SQL | PowerBI | Requirements Gathering | Process Mapping | IT Projects | New Jersey | Hybrid Role | Clean Energy