Data Engineering Lead

Bouygues Construction SA; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks a Data Engineering Lead to support the Sizewell C project, responsible for developing a secure data platform on Microsoft Azure. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of low-carbon energy in the UK while overseeing innovative engineering practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in Microsoft Azure Data services: Data Factory, Databricks, Azure SQL, Synapse.
• Lead engineering teams and manage complex data environments.
• Strong understanding of data governance and nuclear safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead development of a secure, scalable data platform.
• Manage the full data lifecycle from ingestion to warehousing.
• Collaborate across functions to define data strategies and requirements.

Skills

Microsoft Azure Data services

SQL

NoSQL

API-based data pipelines

Agile methodologies

Data architecture

Technical leadership

Job description

Travel Requirements: Monthly travel required

Requisition ID: 1113

Information at a Glance

Specialized in civil engineering and engineering structures, Bouygues Travaux Publics is one of the world leaders in the fields of land use planning and sustainable infrastructure construction. Bouygues Travaux Publics is committed to diversity and is open to all talents.

We are currently looking for a Data Engineering Lead to join us at the Civil Works Alliance (CWA) as we deliver one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects — Sizewell C. This is a rare opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of low-carbon energy in the UK.

As our Data Engineering Lead, you’ll be responsible for designing and leading the development of a secure, scalable data platform on Microsoft Azure, helping turn complex construction data into actionable insight. You’ll manage the full data lifecycle — from ingestion and transformation to warehousing and modelling — all while ensuring data quality, integrity, and alignment with business goals.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the design, development, and deployment of ETL pipelines across diverse business systems

• Driving the data platform roadmap and delivery using best-in-class engineering practices

• Managing a high-performing data engineering team and mentoring technical talent

• Collaborating across functions to define data requirements, structure, and strategy

• Ensuring adherence to data governance, MDM standards, and nuclear safety protocols

• Owning incident management processes and technical documentation for live environments

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring a blend of strong technical expertise and people leadership. We’re looking for someone with experience in:

• Microsoft Azure Data services (Data Factory, Databricks, Azure SQL, Synapse)

• SQL, NoSQL, and API-based data pipelines

• Agile methodologies such as SCRUM or Kanban

• Leading engineering teams in complex environments

• Translating business needs into scalable data architecture

It’s a bonus if you’ve worked in construction, infrastructure, or large-scale civil engineering environments and have experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle R12.

This role will directly support the delivery of Sizewell C — a 3.2-gigawatt nuclear power station providing reliable, clean electricity for around 6 million UK homes. It’s a once-in-a-generation project that will shape the UK’s energy future for at least the next 60 years.