Data Developer

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working model

Competitive salary with reviews

Job summary

Gleeds in Bristol/Cardiff is seeking a Data Developer to join our hybrid team delivering data analytics solutions using Power Apps, SQL and Power BI for major construction and infrastructure projects.

You will define requirements, design scalable ETL pipelines, build reports, and prototype business apps, working with directors, PMs and clients to turn data into measurable outcomes while maintaining data governance and security standards.

Qualifications

• Experience applying Data Analytics in a relevant sector.
• Deep experience with PowerApps and Power Automate.
• Excellent Power BI skills.
• Strong requirements gathering and stakeholder management.
• Business acumen with ability to map analytics to outcomes.
• Understanding of Python is a bonus.
• Knowledge of ETL, data warehousing and data governance.
• Familiarity with Azure and AI/ML platforms.
• Current security clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Degree/HNC/HND in Data, Engineering or IT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define scope, requirements, success criteria and delivery plans with stakeholders.
• Design and implement scalable ETL pipelines and data models.
• Build high impact Power BI reports and self-service analytics.
• Prototype and deliver business apps with PowerApps and Power Automate.
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support PMs by removing blockers, estimating effort and tracking progress.
• Engage with clients and internal teams to provide consultancy.

Skills

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Requirement gathering

Problem solving

Data governance

ETL design patterns

Data warehousing

AI/ML platforms

Security clearance awareness

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Data/Engineering/IT

Tools

Power BI

PowerApps

Power Automate

Microsoft Azure

Python

Job description

Data Developer

Bristol or Cardiff (Hybrid working, mixture of home, office and client sites)

Permanent

Full-time with flexible working and core hours

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world.We are an accredited Great Place to Work employer, with our people at the heart of everything we do.

Climate change and Sustainability is at the top of our agenda, we have been established within the energy sector for the past 40 years and have achieved significant growth in the past years as we contribute to a sector that will have trillions of pounds of investment over the next decade. Our teams are at the forefront of the change, managing life changing projects in Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables and Defence, and we want you to be part of that too.

We are looking for an experienced Data Developer with an interest and experience in providing data analytic solutions utilising Power Apps and SQL to clients on major construction and infrastructure projects.

In this team you will play a crucial part in delivering and monitoring Energy programmes which are the most technical and complex challenges facing the UK today, helping us leave a safer environment for future generations.

Your day to day could sometimes involve:

• Work closely with directors and project managers to define scope, technical requirements, success criteria and delivery plans.
• Elicit and translate business and technical requirements into data, integration and solution specifications.
• Design and implement scalable ETL pipelines and data models; own data quality, lineage and documentation.
• Build and operationalise predictive analytics and automated processes; ensure monitoring and maintainability.
• Develop high impact reports and self-service solutions using Power BI (data modelling, DAX, optimisation).
• Rapidly prototype and deliver business apps/flows with PowerApps and Power Automate.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences; prepare presentations and demo sessions.
• Support PMs and leadership by removing technical blockers, estimating effort and tracking deliver
• Engage with clients and internal stakeholders as required; provide consultancy input and recommendations.

However no two days are the same, we are a flexible team that support each other’s projects as well as getting in involved with wider business activities and we believe that variety is key to your development.

What we're looking for

• Must have experience in applying Data Analytics within a relevant, similar sector.
• Deep experience with PowerApps and Power Automate
• Excellent with Power BI
• Strong requirement-gathering and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent business acumen and ability to map analytics to measurable business outcomes.
• Understanding of Python and SQL is not required but would be beneficial
• Solid knowledge of ETL, ETL design patterns, data warehousing and data governance.
• Problem solving mindset.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and AI/ML platforms.
• Current security clearance, or ability to obtain security clearance.
• Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Data subject, Engineering, IT, or similar disciplines.

What we can offer you in return

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry.
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first.
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance.
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations.
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work employer.

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at [e-mail]