Senior Data Analyst

Senior Data Analyst – Transport Infrastructure Location: Polmadie, Glasgow (hybrid working at Polmadie office, 37.5 hour week, Monday to Friday) We are looking for a Senior Data Analyst to support contract and divisional management teams, providing high‑quality data and insights that drive performance across Scotland and Northern Ireland accounts. Key Responsibilities Support the creation of training materials and help operational managers use reporting tools and dashboards effectively. Produce performance and exception reports, including daily/weekly/monthly reporting aligned to contract targets.

Conduct dynamic planning and develop reporting that improves logistics, planning and overall operational efficiency. Work with contract and digital teams to drive ongoing improvements and develop agreed objectives. Identify and liaise with local data owners to ensure accurate, timely and complete data capture across systems.

Ensure all performance data is validated, formatted correctly and submitted on time to required stakeholders. Maintain standardised data formats compatible with the data lake and ensure system integrity. Create analytical reports combining sources such as Masternaut and timesheets to demonstrate productivity.

Respond to ad hoc requests for performance‑related data and insight. Analyse KPIs to identify trends, issues and improvement opportunities, including benchmarking against similar contracts and industry standards. Collaborate with Group IT to enhance and automate data collection processes.

Challenge data contributors where required to ensure accuracy and reliability. Prepare clear, insightful reports for senior managers with recommended actions. Capture and evaluate innovations and ideas from the business and promote a culture of fact‑based decision‑making, constructive challenge and collaboration.

What We’re Looking For Strong desire to support operational teams and improve efficiency across contracts. Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with data. Proficiency with the Microsoft Power Platform to create automations and dashboard reporting.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to explain complex data clearly. Strong analytical, organisational and planning abilities. Willingness to embrace new technologies, including AI, to enhance processes.

Ability to challenge data accuracy and review existing processes constructively. Demonstrated creativity, innovation, and a continuous improvement mindset. Collaboration skills with operational teams and influence decision‑makers through data‑driven insights.

Capability of working independently and as part of a team to design and implement reporting solutions. Awareness of Health & Safety requirements. Knowledge of Highways Maintenance (advantageous).

Relevant academic development or experience in a similar data or performance‑focused role (essential). What We Offer Career development – exceptional development and progression plan. Pension – generous pension scheme with company contribution.

Holiday – minimum 24 days holiday plus bank holidays. Flexible benefits – tailor benefits, additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving, gym membership. Online voucher portal giving access to discounts from leading retailers, healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers.

Social value – 2 community involvement days each year and opportunities to support fundraising initiatives. Salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr