Business Analyst II
BH-329834
Posted: 11/03/2026
- 55
- United States District of Columbia Washington
- Contract
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Oil & Gas
The Business Analyst II will serve as a Data Analyst specializing in public opinion and survey research. The role involves preparing and analyzing survey datasets, applying statistical methods, developing research deliverables such as toplines, and supporting standardized data processes and documentation. This position is best suited for someone with strong SPSS skills and hands-on experience with survey data workflows.
Key Responsibilities Primary Responsibilities • Process raw survey data using structured, repeatable syntax in SPSS
• Execute data validation, weighting, transformations, and summary tabulations
• Prepare research materials such as toplines, annotated questionnaires, and tabulation specifications
Secondary Responsibilities • Develop procedures, documentation, and training materials for data collection and early-stage data processing
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of data libraries and standardized documentation
Tertiary Responsibilities • Support survey instrument development including programming and testing
• Coordinate with survey and data collection vendors
• Perform secondary research including literature reviews, internet research, sampling documentation, and database quality checks
Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Economics, Statistics, or a related social science field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in survey design, public opinion research, polling, or market research
• Strong proficiency with SPSS
• Experience working directly with survey datasets, including weighting and the use of U.S. census data
• Familiarity with sampling sources such as voter files, online panels, and listed directories
• Experience with mixed data collection methods such as online and telephone surveys
• Proficiency with Excel and the MS Office Suite
• Experience with survey programming tools such as Qualtrics
• Proven track record of producing accurate, high-quality work
Preferred Skills • Experience with R, Python, Q Research, or other statistical tools
• Experience managing data collection partners
• Strong understanding of research methodology, strengths, and limitations
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Key Responsibilities Primary Responsibilities • Process raw survey data using structured, repeatable syntax in SPSS
• Execute data validation, weighting, transformations, and summary tabulations
• Prepare research materials such as toplines, annotated questionnaires, and tabulation specifications
Secondary Responsibilities • Develop procedures, documentation, and training materials for data collection and early-stage data processing
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of data libraries and standardized documentation
Tertiary Responsibilities • Support survey instrument development including programming and testing
• Coordinate with survey and data collection vendors
• Perform secondary research including literature reviews, internet research, sampling documentation, and database quality checks
Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Economics, Statistics, or a related social science field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in survey design, public opinion research, polling, or market research
• Strong proficiency with SPSS
• Experience working directly with survey datasets, including weighting and the use of U.S. census data
• Familiarity with sampling sources such as voter files, online panels, and listed directories
• Experience with mixed data collection methods such as online and telephone surveys
• Proficiency with Excel and the MS Office Suite
• Experience with survey programming tools such as Qualtrics
• Proven track record of producing accurate, high-quality work
Preferred Skills • Experience with R, Python, Q Research, or other statistical tools
• Experience managing data collection partners
• Strong understanding of research methodology, strengths, and limitations
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.