Digital Projects IM Lead

AECOM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Information Management and BIM delivery professional to lead ISO 19650 framework implementation across major infrastructure programmes in the Energy sector. You will manage CDEs, BIM execution planning, and digital information delivery while interfacing with senior client stakeholders and digital teams.

Responsibilities cover ISO 19650 documentation, BIM/DIM processes, and MMC tooling, with leadership in training and business development for digital delivery components.

Qualifications

• Experience in information management on major infrastructure programmes.
• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related technical discipline.
• Expertise in ISO 19650 framework implementation and CDE management.
• Proven track record with BIM, GIS integration, 4D/5D methodologies.
• Interfacing with senior client stakeholders and project leadership.
• Experience with NEC, FIDIC delivery frameworks and digital delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and implementation of ISO 19650 information management frameworks across major infrastructure programmes.
• Interface directly with senior client stakeholders and digital delivery teams to align strategic objectives.
• Establish quality management systems and governance processes for digital information delivery.
• Represent AECOM at senior stakeholder meetings and industry forums as a thought leader in digital infrastructure delivery.
• Develop and manage ISO 19650 documentation suite including EIR, BEP, MIDP, TIDP for major programmes.
• Direct configuration and management of Common Data Environment systems, ensuring proper information exchange and compliance.
• Support Information Managers in CDE configuration and alignment with information exchange processes.
• Own definition of BIM Execution Plans and liaise with GIS and BIM specialists to respond to EIR requirements.
• Ensure Master Information Delivery Plans are agreed and managed per framework requirements.
• Assess delivery team capacity and capability related to information delivery.
• Oversee information delivery assurance as per agreed acceptance criteria.
• Implement BIM and digital delivery processes including 3D/4D/5D integration and data management.
• Lead assessment and implementation of digital tools to support MMC.
• Support verification of BIM/digital delivery capabilities for Engineering, Consenting and Construction processes.
• Work with teams to define and implement digital integration of data, systems and processes.
• Participate in development and customization of software tools including CAD-GIS integration requirements.
• Support integration of digital design technologies into project workflows and automated design processes.
• Support assessment and implementation of immersive visualisation software, 3D reality capture and VR/AR technology.
• Provide technical support for digital engineering technologies, BIM software, and 3D graphics applications.
• Establish training programmes and communication materials to ensure consistent delivery standards.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within digital information management and BIM services.
• Lead proposal development for digital delivery components of major infrastructure bids.
• Drive innovation initiatives and R&D activities to maintain AECOM's competitive advantage.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Digital transformation

Communications

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering/Architecture/related technical discipline

Tools

Autodesk ACC

SharePoint

IFC/COBie standards

Job description

Job Description

Exciting opportunity to join the AECOM Energy team covering all aspects of work within Transmission and Distribution (T&D), Renewables and Nuclear decommissioning, with an expanding digital scope.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead the definition and implementation of comprehensive ISO 19650 information management frameworks across major infrastructure programmes
• Interface directly with senior client stakeholders and digital delivery teams to align strategic objectives
• Establish quality management systems and governance processes for digital information delivery
• Represent AECOM at senior stakeholder meetings and industry forums as a thought leader in digital infrastructure delivery

Information Management Track Responsibilities

• Develop and manage ISO 19650 documentation suite including EIR, BEP, MIDP, TIDP, etc. for major infrastructure programmes
• Direct configuration and management of Common Data Environment systems, ensuring proper information exchange and compliance
• Support Information Managers in CDE configuration and alignment with information exchange processes
• Ensure adoption and compliant use of project CDE systems across all project elements
• Own definition of BIM Execution Plans and liaise with GIS and BIM specialists to respond to EIR requirements
• Ensure Master Information Delivery Plans are agreed and managed per framework requirements
• Assess delivery team capacity and capability related to information delivery
• Oversee information delivery assurance as per agreed acceptance criteria

BIM Delivery Track Responsibilities

• Implement BIM and digital delivery processes including 3D/4D/5D integration and data management
• Lead assessment and implementation of digital tools to support Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)
• Support verification of BIM/digital delivery capabilities needed for Engineering, Consenting and Construction processes
• Work with teams to define and implement digital integration of data, systems and processes
• Participate in development and customization of software tools including CAD-GIS integration requirements
• Support integration of digital design technologies into project workflows and automated design processes
• Support assessment and implementation of immersive visualisation software, 3D reality capture and VR/AR technology
• Provide technical support for digital engineering technologies, BIM software, and 3D graphics applications

Leadership & Development Responsibilities

• Establish training programmes and communication materials to ensure consistent delivery standards
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within digital information management and BIM services
• Lead proposal development for digital delivery components of major infrastructure bids
• Drive innovation initiatives and R&D activities to maintain AECOM's competitive advantage

Qualifications

• Experience in information management roles on major infrastructure programmes, with demonstrable client-side and consultant delivery experience
• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related technical discipline
• Expertise in ISO 19650 framework implementation, including document authoring, and CDE management across complex programmes
• Advanced knowledge of digital engineering solutions, including BIM, GIS integration, 4D/5D methodologies, and emerging digital technologies
• Proven track record in Common Data Environment platform implementation (Autodesk ACC, SharePoint, others) with enterprise-level system integration experience
• Understanding of COBie, IFC standards, and data exchange protocols for infrastructure asset delivery
• Demonstrated experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams across complex programme environments
• Proven ability to interface with senior client stakeholders and project leadership teams
• Experience with major infrastructure delivery frameworks (NEC, FIDIC) and their interface with digital delivery requirements
• Track record of driving digital transformation initiatives and change management programmes

Desirable Qualifications

• Chartered status with relevant professional body (RICS, ICE, BCS, CIOB)
• ISO 19650 Lead Implementer certification or equivalent professional certification
• Strong commercial awareness with experience in budget management, resource planning, and delivery to agreed timelines
• Additional certifications in project management (APM, PMI) or digital delivery platforms
• Experience in business development, proposal writing, and client relationship management
• Published thought leadership or speaking experience at industry conferences
• Specific experience within energy transmission/distribution infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of enterprise IM systems used within critical infrastructure sectors
• Understanding of asset lifecycle requirements and operational handover processes for critical infrastructure
• Experience with emerging technologies including AI/ML applications in digital delivery, VR/AR implementation, and digital twin development

Security Clearance

Please note that our offer of employment is conditional upon your ability to meet UK security clearance requirements. This is necessary for you to work on the full range of projects requiring security clearance at AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited.

EEO Statement

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