Strategy Analyst

What We're Looking For

Michael Baker International is seeking a Strategy Analyst to join our team in Houston, TX. This is a hands-on role, with the opportunity to execute core strategic work across enterprise and business group priorities. You will focus on building analyses, conducting research, developing models, and producing executive-ready materials that directly support C-suite decision-making.

What You’ll Do: Strategic Execution Prepare and maintain enterprise and business group strategic plans, including annual planning materials, strategic initiatives, and performance tracking Execute assigned components of strategic initiatives, including market assessments, growth analyses, and operational reviews Track progress against strategic priorities and prepare status updates and summaries for executive review Analytical Modeling & Insights Build and maintain financial, operational, and scenario-based models to support strategic decisions Analyze business performance data, market size, growth trends, and investment scenarios Produce charts, tables, dashboards, and written summaries that clearly communicate findings to senior leaders Market & Industry Research Research, monitor, and analyze industry trends, competitive dynamics, regulatory changes, and macroeconomic factors impacting the AEC industry Compile competitive intelligence, benchmarking analyses, and briefing materials Maintain libraries of market research, data sources, and recurring reports Executive & Marketing Support Develop executive-ready presentations, memos, and briefing decks for C-suite and board-facing discussions Partner with the Marketing Communications team to translate enterprise strategy into internal and external messaging, fact bases, and narratives Support preparation of strategy-related content for town halls, leadership meetings, and external communications Collaboration & Coordination Work directly with C-suite leaders to gather inputs, respond to requests, and refine analyses Coordinate with finance, operations, marketing, and business leaders to collect data and validate assumptions Manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, executive-facing environment What You'll Need to Succeed: Bachelors Degree, MBA preferred 3+ years of experience in strategy, management consulting, corporate development, or strategic planning Proven ability to own work products from research through final delivery Strong quantitative and analytical skills with hands-on modeling experience Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and data analysis tools Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills Experience within or serving the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry strongly preferred Compensation: The salary range for this position is $115,000 - $135,000.

This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate. Why Choose Us: Medical, dental, vision insurance 401k Retirement Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability Professional and personal development Generous paid time off Commuter and wellness benefits