Digital Information Manager (BIM & Data)

SSEN Transmission; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on private healthcare

Cycle to Work scheme

Family entitlements

Wellbeing benefits like online GP

Job summary

SSEN Transmission in Scotland is seeking a Digital Information Manager (BIM & Data) to shape and coordinate Digital Information Management across our major transmission projects throughout Scotland. The role ensures information management aligns with BS EN ISO 19650 and industry best practice, delivering meaningful insights through data reporting.

You will work with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to improve information quality, governance and accessibility, supporting delivery and

Qualifications

• Experience in information management on major infrastructure projects.
• Experience applying BS EN ISO 19650 standards.
• Ability to develop and review EIRs, BIM Execution Plans and Information Delivery Plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Project Information Management per BS EN ISO 19650 and project requirements.
• Embed information governance and data management across project lifecycles.
• Develop Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions; identify trends and opportunities.
• Collaborate with legal, commercial, procurement, and stakeholders to embed digital delivery requirements.
• Support CDE administration, digital handover and asset information readiness.

Skills

BIM & Data management

Power BI

Excel

Information governance

Stakeholder management

AutoCAD / Revit / Civil 3D / Fuzor

GIS / SQL / Python

Data reporting & dashboards

Education

BS/BA in Engineering or IT

Tools

Power BI

Autodesk Forma (ACC)

ArcGIS

Maximo

Microsoft Fabric

Oracle Unifier

Job description

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations and you'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office – Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness

Salary: £44,000 - £65,900 + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available - If you live outside of Scotland, we can offer relocation assistance.

The role

Due to continued growth and an expanding programme of work, SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for a Digital Information Manager (BIM & Data) to shape and coordinate the development and implementation of Digital Information Management, data governance and reporting across the development, delivery and handover phases of our energy infrastructure projects throughout Scotland.

The role is responsible for ensuring project information is managed in accordance with BS EN ISO 19650, organisational requirements and industry best practice, while providing meaningful insights through data reporting and interpretation. You will play a key role in improving the quality, consistency and accessibility of project information, helping teams make well-informed choices and supporting successful project delivery and asset handover.

Working closely with project teams, contractors and key stakeholders, you will build strong collaborative relationships while supporting project information management, digital assurance, reporting and information governance across a portfolio of major transmission infrastructure projects.

You have

• Develop and manage Project information Management in accordance with BS EN ISO 19650, organisational standards and project requirements, including defining EIRs and reviewing BIM Execution Plans, Information Delivery Plans and related documentation.
• Work collaboratively with legal, commercial, procurement, project teams, contractors and stakeholders to embed contractual digital delivery requirements and provide clear guidance on information governance, data management and digital delivery.
• Promote digital assurance and information quality processes, ensuring project information, metadata, naming conventions and governance requirements are accurate, complete, auditable and fit for purpose throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Develop Power BI dashboards, reporting solutions and performance metrics; review data to identify trends, risks and opportunities; and support information integration across Autodesk Forma (ACC), ArcGIS, Maximo, Microsoft Fabric, Oracle Unifier and other business systems.
• Support Digital Information Coordinators and Project Information Officers, oversee project CDEs, drive continuous improvement through automation and reporting, and support model-based review, coordination and validation activities where required.

You Have

• Extensive experience in information management, BIM, digital delivery or data management on major infrastructure, energy, engineering or construction projects, with practical application of BS EN ISO 19650.
• Proven ability to manage project information, metadata, governance, quality and digital assurance across the project lifecycle, including CDE administration and digital handover or asset information readiness.
• Advanced capability in Power BI, Excel and information assurance tools, with experience reviewing complex datasets and communicating clear insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience using digital modelling tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D or Fuzor on infrastructure projects. Experience in enterprise data platforms, systems integration, automation, GIS, SQL or Python is desirable.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro‑electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.

Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport electricity from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown power for the future and building the infrastructure needed for a cleaner electricity system to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact shirley-anne.o'[e-mail] / 01738 351976 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.