Team Leader - Data Analytics

We are seeking a highly capable Team Leader – Data Analytics (P4) to lead and manage the Data Analytics function within the UK&I Transport & Infrastructure PMO GCC . The role is responsible for delivering high-quality, scalable, and data-driven analytics solutions across data engineering, visualisation, reporting, automation, and advanced analytics , enabling effective decision-making across project controls, programme performance, portfolio governance, and strategic leadership reporting. This is a dual leadership role requiring both strong technical expertise and effective people leadership . The successful candidate will lead a team of data analytics professionals, drive reporting standardisation, champion digital innovation, and work closely with Head -T&I PMO, PMO Leads and UK stakeholders to continuously streamline, optimise, and enhance reporting and insights across projects. Essential Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Analytics, Information Systems, or related discipline . 8–12 years of experience in Data Analytics / BI / PMO Reporting / Project Controls Analytics / Management Information roles. Proven team management experience leading and managing Data Analytics professionals , including workload allocation, mentoring, performance management, structured upskilling, and delivery governance. Strong hands-on experience in Power Platform, SQL and other reporting and automation solutions. Hands-on experience with Python for data analysis, automation, or advanced analytics use cases. Strong experience designing and delivering reporting solutions in PMO / project controls / infrastructure / engineering environments . Experience working in a GCC / offshore / shared services / UK–India delivery model . Strong stakeholder management, communication, presentation, and influencing skills. Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into scalable analytics solutions. Desirable Experience in Transport & Infrastructure sectors , such as Rail, Roads, Civils, Water, or multidisciplinary infrastructure programmes . Knowledge of Earned Value Analysis (EVA/EVM) , project controls methodologies, and performance management frameworks. Familiarity with Primavera P6 , cost/commercial datasets, and project delivery reporting systems. Exposure to ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle , or similar enterprise systems. Experience with cloud or modern data platforms, such as Azure, AWS, Databricks, ADF , or equivalent. Exposure to additional BI / analytics tools such as Tableau, Qlik , or similar. Understanding of AI / ML / GenAI applications for analytics, automation, or reporting use cases. Relevant professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile / Scrum , or equivalent. Tools & Technology Power BI – dashboards, DAX, modelling, visualisation Power Automate – workflow automation Power Apps – digital forms and process enablement Advanced Excel – Power Query, Pivot Tables, advanced analytics support SQL – querying and data manipulation Python – data analysis, automation, advanced analytics SharePoint / ERP / project data systems Exposure to PMO / project controls tools such as Primavera P6 and related reporting environments Awareness of modern digital and cloud analytics ecosystems is advantageous. BGV: Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India. Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.