Purpose and Responsibilities for Solutions Architect
Understand business operations and how IT services, particularly M365, data/BI, CAFM, and Works Management platforms, support and enhance them.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders at all levels to identify business challenges and opportunities, and suggest new solutions or modifications to existing services for positive outcomes.
Work with both internal and external stakeholders to research, define, evaluate, and propose technical solutions to meet business needs.
Provide consultancy on implementing agreed solutions and aid in transitioning changes into service operations.
Collaborate with senior Divisional staff and users to understand business activities, technological challenges, and innovation requirements.
Partner with Business Analysts, product owners, users, and ICT staff to define technology change requirements.
Ensure designed solutions align with Division and Delegation requirements and applicable governance standards.
Research emerging technologies relevant to Vinci Construction UK businesses.
Maintain awareness of applicable technology and roadmaps for current services impacting Vinci Construction UK.
Develop expertise in technical service architecture and interfaces.
Help create standards and policies for Solution Design.
Support and communicate the strategic and operational governance activities of the ICT function.
Maintain relationships with various relevant external suppliers.
Assist in defining annual roadmaps and technical visions for current systems based on feedback, technology trends, and the broader ICT roadmap.
Experience Required for Solutions Architect
- Azure SQL, Data Factory, Analysis Services and Power BI administration, maintenance, and exploitation
- Microsoft Azure and Entra administration, maintenance
- Microsoft Power Platform and Logic Apps administration, maintenance, and exploitation
- Microsoft SharePoint Online administration, maintenance, and exploitation
- IT/Related Degree/Qualifications (Desirable)