Power BI Developer
Posted Today by Fusion People Ltd
£600 Per day
Outside
Remote
City of London, London
Summary: The Power BI Developer role focuses on delivering business intelligence and data analytics solutions for major infrastructure, rail, and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders to create actionable dashboards that enhance performance, cost control, and strategic decision-making. This position requires advanced technical skills in Power BI and a strong understanding of project controls and commercial reporting. The role is contract-based and classified as outside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports
- Produce reporting for Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR), Earned Value Management (EVM), and programme performance metrics
- Automate monthly reporting packs and ensure dashboards align with business KPIs
- Integrate data from various systems and develop robust data models
- Support cost forecasting, trend analysis, and change management reporting
Key Skills:
- Advanced Power BI development experience (Desktop & Service)
- Strong knowledge of DAX and Power Query (M language)
- Proficiency in SQL and relational databases
- Minimum 3+ years' experience in Business Intelligence within construction, rail, or infrastructure sectors
- Relevant Microsoft certification (e.g., Power BI Data Analyst) desirable
Salary (Rate): £600/day
City: City of London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
Power BI Developer - Construction, Rail & Civil Engineering
Department:Commercial / Project Controls / Digital & Data
Reports To:Head of Project Controls / Digital Transformation Manager
Location:Working from home
Employment Type:Contract - (Outside IR35)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Power BI Developer to support major infrastructure, rail, and civil engineering projects by delivering high-quality business intelligence and data analytics solutions.The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, Commercial Managers, Planners, and Senior Leadership teams to transform complex cost, programme, and operational data into clear, actionable dashboards that support performance improvement, cost control, and strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Reporting & Dashboard Development
- Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports
- Produce reporting for:
- Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR)
- Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Programme performance (SPI / CPI)
- Resource and plant utilisation
- Risk and opportunity registers
- Health & Safety KPIs
- Develop executive-level portfolio dashboards across multiple projects
- Automate monthly reporting packs and board reports
- Ensure dashboards are visually clear, accurate, and aligned with business KPIs
- Data Integration & Modelling
- Integrate data from ERP, planning, commercial, and site systems
- Develop and maintain robust data models
- Create advanced DAX measures and calculations
- Optimise report performance and data refresh processes
- Ensure data accuracy, governance, and consistency across systems
- Project Controls & Commercial Support
- Support cost forecasting and trend analysis
- Monitor project margins, cash flow, and cost-to-complete
- Provide scenario modelling and performance insights
- Support change management and commercial reporting requirements
- Assist in developing standardised reporting frameworks across projects
Technical Skills & Experience
- Advanced Power BI development experience (Desktop & Service)
- Strong knowledge of DAX and Power Query (M language)
- Proficiency in SQL and relational databases
- Experience working with construction, rail, or civil engineering datasets
- Understanding of:
- Project controls processes
- Earned Value Management principles
- Programme performance metrics
- Commercial reporting structures
- Experience integrating with Excel and enterprise systems
- Exposure to cloud-based data environments (desirable)
Qualifications
- Degree in Data Analytics, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
- Minimum 3+ years' experience in Business Intelligence within construction, rail, or infrastructure sectors
- Relevant Microsoft certification (e.g., Power BI Data Analyst) desirable
Key Competencies
- Strong commercial awareness
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Ability to interpret engineering and programme data
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
- High attention to detail and data accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple project deadlines
Desirable Experience
- Experience on major infrastructure frameworks
- Familiarity with NEC or JCT contracts
- Knowledge of project lifecycle reporting (tender through to handover)
- Experience supporting multi-project or portfolio-level reporting
If you are interested in hearing more please contact John Baker or Kat Oxlade
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