Data Analyst

Kent
Woking
4 days ago
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Overview

Kent is looking for a Data Analyst on a 6-month fixed term basis to work within Kent's centre of excellence for Pre-FEED & FEED. You will be part of our growing team in supporting a variety of interesting and challenging opportunities in Low Carbon / Energy Transition (CCUS / Green Hydrogen Blue Hydrogen Offshore Wind Waste to Energy Emissions Reduction) as well as traditional international energy projects.

The role is to assist in the organizing, analysing and developing of our data including construction spreadsheet-based models, improving our data filing systems and assisting us in setting up a new software system for our future use. You will work closely with our team in developing the estimating discipline through better data management. The role may also include working with other disciplines on similar types of projects and requirements and may involve limited travel to mainly UK locations as required.

Our professionals work closely across the disciplines to provide complete and efficient solutions to our customers.

We follow a hybrid working model that combines office and remote work with a requirement to be in the Woking office four days a week. This approach supports the development of a strong and effective team dynamic within Engineering and Projects.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the planning, organizing and analysis of accumulated data
  • Develop tools and Excel-based models to make use of analysed data
  • Support in the development of the cost estimation discipline including training estimators in the use of developed tools and data analysis techniques
  • Support other business units with data analysis
  • Collate and maintain company cost data and norms
  • Improve estimating methods and tools within the cost estimating function
  • Other related tasks and scopes of work commensurate with ability and skill sets
  • Develop your knowledge and skills to support a wide range of data and software applications
Knowledge, Skills, Education and Experience
  • Background in data analysis
  • An understanding of programming languages such as Python
  • Strong communication and presentations skills
  • Good ability in MS Excel and other MS Office tools
Communication
  • Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skill
Behaviour / Core Competencies
  • Good coordination and monitoring skills
  • Cost awareness, proactive approach
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player
HSSEQ

The Employee shall observe the Health Safety Sustainability Environment and Quality rules of the Company; its clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves thrive and develop. From day one we offer a range of family friendly inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

We are a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Please contact us confidentially at tofind out how we can support you.

Details
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Experience: years
  • Vacancy: 1


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