Data Analyst

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Our dedicated Cost Management Team at RLB KSA is responsible for seeing a project through from the initial concept stages to completion. Their main task is to break down projects into stages, take responsibility for monitoring and managing the programme, cost, quality and risk of each stage of the project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our service to our clients and enjoy long‐term relationships with them.

We are a sector‑focused business operating and delivering in the Commercial, Residential, Education, Data Centre, Mixed Use, Sports, Healthcare, Defence and Retail sectors. Our Cost Managers work in close contact with clients, advising them on all financial matters, project risks, procurement and contract matters using our depth of experience to provide an informed opinion and solutions.

RLB is recruiting a Data Analyst who will be responsible for data management, analytics and dashboard reporting development for large‑scale construction projects, based in Riyadh, KSA. The role supports flagship projects’ cost planning, estimating and commercial reporting functions.

• Develop and maintain databases and reporting dashboards
• Develop and maintain data models and governance processes
• Technical build‑out of Microsoft Power BI (or similar products) dashboards
• Present dashboards to clients and internal teams
• Coordinate and prepare presentation material
• Create processes, workflows and structures around data management
• Support training of regional personnel, cross‑training and clients’ representatives
• Determine key metrics, outcomes and develop reports
• Organise and manage a team repository of key processes, presentations and workflows
• Coordinate and organise multiple sources of performance data
• Build data models to support required analysis and reporting
  
  Translate data to best‑practice data visualisation
• Develop good working relationships within different client cultures and across multiple project teams

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

• Degree qualified in Data Analytics / Data Science (or Quantity Surveying)
• Data visualisation expert experienced with data management, analytics and dashboard reporting development
• Experience in data management and deep dive analysis
• Experience developing dashboards and other data visualisation projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Power BI)
• Strong proficiency in Python programming for data analysis, automation and integration
• Experience applying Machine Learning techniques to enhance predictive analytics and project insights
• Good organisational skills, ability to multi‑task, prioritise and be a team player
• Advanced presentation skills and ability to thrive in a client‑facing role
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Advanced skills with spreadsheets, charts and presentations
• Expected minimum of 6 years’ experience post‑degree qualification
• A team player, outgoing, flexible, enthusiastic and ambitious

Company overview:

With 200 KSA staff and 4,300 worldwide, Rider Levett Bucknall has a truly global reach and can offer a local presence to its clients almost without exception. We are committed to our core services and pride ourselves on our dedication to customer care and leading‑edge service provision.

We are an award‑winning, leading independent firm providing our clients with some of the most comprehensive and forward‑thinking advice available.

We offer a range of complementary quantity surveying, project management, building surveying and advisory services from conception, through design and construction and operational performance of facilities to their eventual disposal or reuse.

Our clients have rapid access to the latest industry intelligence and innovations, which serve to enhance value and mitigate risk. We provide expert management of the relationship between value, time and cost from inception to completion. We do this through our global and local team of experts, who possess a passion for both core services and innovation.

We are committed to developing new services and techniques aimed at enhancing our clients’ businesses in the long term.

Associate

Full‑time

Analyst and Consulting

Construction