Digital Construction Manager

Wates Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Wates Group in Leeds is seeking a Digital Construction Manager to lead BIM and digital delivery across diverse regional projects. You will drive digital strategies, manage information workflows and coordinate between design, commercial and site teams to ensure compliant, efficient project delivery.

The role focuses on enabling adoption of digital tools, training stakeholders and delivering continuous improvement in digital construction practices within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Digital Construction or BIM management within construction.
• Strong understanding of BIM processes, information management and ISO 19650.
• Experience with CDEs and digital platforms on medium to large projects.
• Proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of digital construction and BIM strategies across projects.
• Manage project information per client requirements and standards.
• Support teams in adopting digital construction tools and processes.
• Oversee CDEs and information workflows throughout the lifecycle.
• Coordinate digital activities between design, commercial and site teams.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in digital delivery.
• Provide training and guidance on digital construction best practice.
• Engage with clients and consultants to meet digital requirements.

Skills

BIM

ISO 19650

CDEs

Information management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

BIM platforms

Job description

We are looking for a Digital Construction Manager to join our team, based out of Leeds, supporting the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of construction projects across the region.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the implementation of digital construction and BIM strategies across projects
• Managing project information in accordance with client requirements and industry standards, including ISO 19650
• Supporting project teams in the adoption and effective use of digital construction tools and processes
• Managing Common Data Environments (CDEs) and information workflows throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinating digital construction activities between design, commercial and site delivery teams
• Driving continuous improvement and innovation in digital project delivery
• Supporting project teams with information management, reporting and digital compliance requirementsProviding training, guidance and support to project stakeholders on digital construction best practice
• Engaging with clients and consultants to ensure project digital requirements are achieved

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a Digital Construction Manager, BIM Manager or similar role within the construction industry
• Strong understanding of BIM processes, information management and ISO 19650 standards
• Experience working with Common Data Environments and industry-leading digital platforms
• Experience supporting digital delivery on medium to large construction projects
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence teams and drive adoption of digital ways of working
• A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach
• Relevant construction, digital construction or information management qualifications are desirable

Why Join Wates?

• Play a key role in driving digital transformation across a diverse portfolio of projects
• Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
• Work on exciting and innovative construction projects across the region
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package, with flexibility where possible

Our Commitments

Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don’t discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at [e-mail]