Data Analytics / Power BI Developer w/M365

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Here, you will have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity 

AECOM has an exciting opportunity for a Data Analytics / Power BI Developer w/M365. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and will be in one of our Enterprise Capabilities Centers in South Africa.

Our clients count on us to think without limits. By harnessing the power of digital technology and innovation and connecting our technical experts and visionaries around the world, we deliver tailored solutions and transformative outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve.

The successful candidate will be joining the Data and Analytics team within the Europe region. You will report directly to the Data and Analytics team lead and assist with developing Microsoft Power Platform solutions. Your primary focus will be building Canvas Power Apps and PowerBI reports according to defined standards, working together with Power Platform Lead to demonstrate the art of the possible and elevate the adoption of Power Platform solutions.

To ensure success as the Power Apps Developer, you should have a strong working knowledge of Power Platform and all the related elements including Canvas Power Apps, Model-Driven Power Apps, Dataverse, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Portals and Microsoft 365 services.

Responsibilities

We are looking for ambitious, self-motivated Power Apps Developer to work on a variety of tasks and projects. The successful candidate shall be able to work in a team and independently without losing initiative & focus. Areas of work include:

• Build Canvas Power Apps and Model-Driven Power Apps to meet requirements of clients and business
• Design & implement Dataverse databases within the Power Platform
• Build data models harnessing PowerBI with insightful visualization layer on top
• Support team and organisation in growing capability with Power Platform
• Identify and solve business problems with the Power Platform and low code / no code solutioning
• Utilize problem-solving skills to understand and troubleshoot established Power Platform solutions as challenges arise
• Support and work together with wider digital organisation such as Data Analysts and Data Scientists to provide holistic digital solutions
• Collect and evaluate requirements from users, and stakeholders for solution development
• Illustrate delivery cadence through regular engagement with end stakeholders, both internally and externally
• Work with our UX Designer and Power Platform Lead to ensure best in class solution development
• Design solutions both independently and with UX Designer
• Be able to provide estimates for pipeline work
• Build Flows & Robotic Process Automations (RPA) within Power Automate
• Build chatbots using Power Virtual Agent
• Build external-facing portals using Power Portals
• Incorporating feedback into your development process
• Testing work against the requirements and acceptance criteria

About Enterprise Capabilities:

Enterprise Capabilities is a service-led organization within AECOM enabling access to a global talent pool. With offices in China, India, Philippines, Poland, Romania, South Africa and Spain, our teams of technical professionals provide around the clock project support helping AECOM teams around the world to deliver faster, smarter, and better. Enterprise Capabilities supports AECOM’s ability to work as one global team by standardizing design processes, deploying collaboration technologies, and utilizing a connected network of technical expertise. By joining Enterprise Capabilities, you have the unique opportunity to work on AECOM’s monumental projects located around the world, contributing to our purpose of delivering a better world. 

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science and (or) Microsoft accreditation
• 3+ years’ experience in industry
• Hands-on experience with Power BI Desktop
• Familiarity with Power BI Service (publishing & sharing reports)
• Basic knowledge of DAX (Data Analysis Expressions)
• Experience in connecting Power BI to various data sources (Excel, SQL Server, SharePoint, etc.)
• Ability to create and customize visuals, charts, and slicers
• Understanding of data modeling (relationships, calculated columns/measures)
• Experience in building dashboards and interactive reports
• Knowledge of filters, slicers, and drill-through capabilities
• Experience with data transformation using Power Query
• Exposure to scheduled refresh and Power BI Gateway (optional but good to have)
• Experience in real-world Power BI projects (domain doesn’t matter)
• Basic understanding of security/sharing (Row-Level Security is a plus)
• Good communication skills to understand reporting requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A portfolio & history of previous Power Platform/web development work
• Exposure to Azure services
• Experience and of basic coding languages including Python, C#, HTML5, and JavaScript
• Experience working with different types of API including OAuth

Additional Information

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.