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Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large-scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.
Purpose of the role
Colas is excited to announce the launch of our graduate programme for 2024 and have a fantastic opportunity for commercial candidates who are looking for a career in Civil Engineering, Highways and Infrastructure.
The Colas Graduate Programme is a structured development programme that spans over 2 to 3 years. It is specifically designed to help graduates make a successful transition into the start of their professional career, by equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and behaviours.
Our programme provides a diverse range of opportunities for development and to gain experiences that will enable graduates to gain the attributes required for professional accreditation in their chosen fields.
Main Responsibilities
Colas have an exciting opportunity for two Graduate Data Analysts to join our graduate programme. The Graduate Data Analyst will be responsible for the coordination of the contractual performance indicators and reporting to stakeholders in compliance with business defined processes, the contract and internal business performance indicators.
The Graduate Data Analyst will be involved but not limited to, the following duties: Maintaining data and computer files in accordance with the Quality Management system and requirements, carry out quality analysis, and contribute to Quality Reports and Corrective Action Plans for all aspects of Contractual Performance, updating KPIs and implementing dashboards into presentations and reports, attend and participate in Team Briefings and be involved in the creation and maintenance of performance graphs and tables using Excel (Xlookups, Pivots).
Ideal Candidate
Our graduate programme is open to graduates from all disciplines. The ideal candidates for this role will have a degree in Data Analytics degree or a degree which involves data analysis. A good understanding of the highways maintenance operations is desirable, not essential. Any experience with Data Analysts, data mining, data modelling and data sets is advantageous.
The Graduate Data Analysts will have the ability to communicate and present at all levels both written and verbal. You will have advanced Microsoft Excel skills, experience using V Look-ups, pivot tables and PowerBi is essential. As a Graduate Data Analyst you will have the ability to multitask and work well under pressure. Problem solving/Analytical thinking is key within this role as well as being self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision. A clean UK driving licence is essential for this programme.
Unleash your full potential and embark on a journey of limitless opportunities with Colas' Graduate Programme.
Apply today and take the first step toward a successful career!
Package Description
Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:
- A salary between £25,000 and £27,000 (dependent on experience)
- Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
- Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
- 25 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
- Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
- Hybrid Working Scheme
- Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
- Ongoing personal / professional development
- Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal
As a business, we hold three core values Caring, Sharing and Daring. We are committed to Caring for our colleagues, promoting, equality and diversity, and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency, and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders. We harness a productive environment where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met, Sharing our knowledge and expertise with colleagues to progress and expand on new ideas, promoting trust, responsibility, and solidarity.
Our culture is built on an innovative and pioneering mindset, Daring to welcome new ideas and approaches. We are driven to invest in our employees and encourage them to participate in innovation, moving forward and striving to provide sustainable infrastructure solutions.
