Evaluation Analyst (6 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Job Description

Your new roleWe have an exciting 6-month fixed term contract opportunity within the Evaluation team. As part of the Evaluation team you will be undertaking analysis to support post opening project evaluations on major road projects to measure the impact of interventionsand playing a key role in supporting the delivery of evaluations.As an Evaluation Analyst, you will use your data analysis skills to generate evaluation insights, measuring the impact of a project on customer journeys. For example, providing insights into the change in traffic flows, congestion, speed, journey time andjourney reliability. Your insights will help to inform critical business decisions and embed lessons learnt to help direct efforts for continuous improvement - this will involve supporting project and programme-level evaluation design and analysis.You will also be playing a key role in supporting the delivery of evaluations, by critically reviewing reports, collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop a clear narrative, and supporting the communication of evaluation findings prior to publication.If you are looking for a role that develops your passion for managing, analysing, and visualising data and sharing learning and insights, then this is an ideal opportunity for you.What you will be leading onWith the support of a Senior Evaluation Analyst you will undertake analysis of road projects, using your analytical skills to measure the impact of a project on customer journeys.Producing insightful analytical reports, presenting a projects performance against anticipated benefits.Communicating your insights to stakeholders.Supporting continual improvement in our evaluation methods, data sources and processes including the automation of data.Ensure evaluations are effectively integrated into the business, to inform critical business decisions and embed lessons learnt to help direct efforts for continuous improvement.Supporting project and programme-level evaluation design and analysis by working closely with other areas of the business to ensure the completion of a projects benefits realisation and evaluation plan.Supporting the synthesis of the evidence base to draw wider conclusions from across the evaluation evidence base to enhance our learning.Help build a strong evaluation culture and capability within the organisation - working closely with other team members.To be successfulYou have proven experience in a data analysis role or transferable skills in managing, and reporting data.You are a strong communicator and have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively to stakeholdersA highly motivated team player who leads by example and strives for continuous improvement.Strong delivery focus with demonstrable experience of using initiative to plan and prioritise workload and working to tight timescalesA bit about usOur role in the Evaluation team is to provide an independent evaluation of major projects. Evaluating the predicted impact before construction and the recalculated impact after the project opens for traffic. This is a crucial function to provide insightto the success of our enhancements to the strategic road network, benefits realised, value for money and lessons learnt for continual business improvement.About UsWhy you should join usAt National Highways we believe in a connected country. We are passionate about creating a culture where colleagues feel connected, included and enjoy greater wellbeing to achieve this. Were proud that as an organisation we are continually striving to dobetter and actively encourage and support our colleagues to do the same with their careers.So, if you put safety first, take ownership of your work, show passion for what you do, work effectively in a team, and demonstrate integrity in how you do it - then youll be a great fit for our organisation.An informal blended working approach has been adopted for many of our roles across National Highways. We offer many different ways to work flexibly and were open to discuss part-time working, job shares, and flexible start and finish times.Please wait until the interview stage before asking us about flexibility, and we will explore what is possible.Our benefits packageOur total reward package includes basic salary, the potential for a performance related bonusContributory pension scheme with employer contribution of up to 10%Annual Leave starting at 26 days (plus Bank Holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 31 days (plus Bank Holidays)Flexible hours and blended working between base location/homeLife assurance of 4 times annual salaryHealth and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and network of mental health first aiders. Plus access to a wellbeing app to enhance your self-care 24/7, Occupational health service and flu vaccinesA cycle to work scheme for the purchase of a bicycle and equipment for healthy, low carbon travelSignificant investment in your career development, through learning and development, talent management, coaching, mentoring and on job experience.