Data Analyst

Base location: England (North)

Salary: £30k to 40k depending on experience + performance related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing

Working Pattern: Permanent Full time with the option of hybrid working/remote working

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

The design and delivery programme is based upon the development and application of a common data environment (CDE) to expedite the delivery process in the most efficient consistent and timely manner.

The Data Analyst will work closely as part of the PMO team and will primarily be responsible for the delivery of data analysis and data administration to support the automation and delivery of datasets and dashboards for the end to end project delivery.

The role will work to ensure data quality is robust, not compromised, and provides a single view of the project and progressive assurance process.

Key activities that need to be addressed are to provide dashboards for the team, develop and administer the master data management framework and be responsible for all data analysis and administrative activities across the team, suppliers, client, and other stakeholders

This role will include at the outset the setting of standards and CDE tools to support the team..

This role will report into the PMO Lead but will work across the full team to support all data and information needs.

We are looking for a technical minded individual who will bring new ideas, suggestions and improvements to processes and procedures and someone who thrives working collaboratively across business functions to help deliver business success.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Responsible for all data analysis and administration activities across the PMO function
• Develop dashboards and reports to the standards defined by the team, and maintenance of the data warehouse required for reporting/dashboarding
• Work with team to ensure the consistent application of data standards and data quality policies across all aspects of the projects, systems and services
• Work with the Neos IT team to meet relevant IT and security standards and maintain a healthy and secure CDE, and aligned with class leading standards for a project of this size and nature and of national importance
• Support the PMO in the development of the CDE and implementation of process and software tools to support the management of data across the project. These software tools will cover the functions of design, build, and handover and will require integration within Neos, and structured to allow access by third party partners
• The project intends to deploy the following tools to facilitate data management and the role will be required to develop and manage these software tools in compliance with the Data Model and Neos Networks data security policies (these may be subject to change as the project develops):
• QGIS front end and PostGIS database
• CEMAR NEC Construction Management
• P6 Project Planning
• Project Wise (or equivalent) Document Management
• Power Bi reporting and capability to publish reports through similar tools
• Build, manage, and monitor these and other databases and associated applications. Modify and implement changes to the database systems and information as required
• Ensure access and data security compliance across all databases, administering user accounts and user access (role-based access control).
• Install and configure database servers, establish database instance(s) in a private cloud environment.
• Proactively monitor system health and security, including data archiving
• Handle 1st line maintenance, troubleshooting, security, documentation, and training.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Experience within major project infrastructure with multiple stakeholders is important for this role.

Communication Skills

The candidate should possess strong oral and written communication skills to level suitable to liaise with customers at technical level.

Personal Development

The candidate must have a willingness to learn and become familiar with GIS systems, terminology and documentation. Self-Starter, able to plan and prioritise workloads

Training Skills

Ability to assist with creating and delivering training sessions to cross-train the users.

Strategy

Ability to review the relevance of software tools and applications to the business strategy, maximising benefits to the project and its core objectives

Health, Safety & Environment

Possess an awareness of the importance data integrity and accuracy in ensuring compliance with our HSE responsibilities.

Technical Knowledge

• Background in computer science, information technology, data analysis, business information management, engineering, or other analytical background
• Experience of developing Data based solutions, and data models to support delivery methodologies
• Demonstrable experience in the development of reports and dashboards to a diverse set of stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Conversant with structured query language (SQL) and relevant database technologies (whether proprietary or open source)
• Good understanding of geospatial concepts within a data environment.
• Understand coding and service management to some degree.
• Relevant database technologies particularly PostGRES and SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, among others.
• Previous experience with tools such as QGIS or MapInfo is desirable

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome. Should you need any further assistance please contact [email protected]