Information Management Lead - Water Sector

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Brighton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an Information Management Lead in Brighton, UK. The role focuses on optimizing data workflows and improving information management across major projects. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in Information Management, knowledge of ISO 19650, and an ability to influence stakeholders. This position offers flexible working, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Generous holidays

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Information Manager in a client-facing capacity.
• Firm understanding of ISO 19650 requirements.
• Strong knowledge of connected data environments including BIM.
• Ability to implement enhanced data management practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, implementation of information systems.
• Engage with clients to improve their data, systems and processes.
• Ensure high-quality acquisition, analysis, and integration of information.
• Collaborate with various technical teams for integrated solutions.

Skills

Information Management

Stakeholder Management

Data Analytics

Cybersecurity

Job description

Are you a visionary leader ready to define and drive the strategic application of data to achieve exceptional project delivery? Do you possess expertise in Information Management and the ability to set organisational best practices?

Then come and join us at Stantec!

Stantec’s rapidly growing Water sector business in the UK & Ireland (UK&I) is seeking an Information Management Lead. This is a pivotal, client-facing opportunity to set the standard for data and information systems across our major projects and consultancy portfolio. This role can be based out of any of our UK offices.

You will oversee the development, implementation, and management of information systems across Stantec’s Water UK&I operations. This role is integral to ensuring the efficient handling of data and information throughout the entire project lifecycle, from planning to construction and beyond.

Your focus will be on optimising information workflows and supporting critical decision-making for our clients. This includes Strategic Client Engagement, engaging directly with clients to identify opportunities to improve their data, systems and processes and Best Practice Implementation, working with internal technical teams to implement best practices and cutting‑edge approaches to meet client requirements in managing information effectively.

You will oversee Workflow Streamlining, ensuring the high‑quality acquisition, analysis, and integration of information, using effective workflows and Multidisciplinary Collaboration, working closely with various Stantec capabilities, including planning, environmental reviews, design, construction delivery, and asset management, to deliver integrated solutions.

You will be the key figure ensuring Stantec provides the best guidance and resources to address the ever‑growing challenge of information management in the infrastructure sector.

About You

We are looking for a strategic and client‑focused Information Manager with deep sector expertise:

• Experience: Proven experience as an Information Manager in a client‑facing capacity, ideally within the Water, Energy, or wider Infrastructure sectors.
• Standards Knowledge: Firm understanding of ISO 19650 requirements and their practical application within capital delivery environments.
• Technical Grasp: Strong knowledge of connected data environments, including Model‑driven delivery (BIM), Geospatial data, Data analytics, Secured Information Environments (incorporating cybersecurity, information security, and use in Critical National Infrastructure).
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to set out how different areas of the business can successfully implement enhanced data and information management practices across varied project contexts.
• Stakeholder Management: Comfort and expertise in collaborating, engaging with, and influencing stakeholders at all levels, including highly technical experts.

Why Join Stantec?

We are committed to a supportive, friendly, and high‑achieving environment where your career can flourish.

• Award‑Winning Workplace: Recognised as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025 (Corporate Knights) and named ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ (NCE Awards 2024).
• Growth: Be part of an exciting growth journey across the UK&I Water sector.
• Flexible Working: Arrangements and locations designed to suit your needs.
• Professional Development: Industry‑leading training, development opportunities, and paid professional subscriptions.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, generous holidays, private medical insurance, group income protection, and life assurance.

Ready to lead our approach to modern information management in critical infrastructure? Apply today!