Information Manager

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Chartered professional development

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an Information Management professional to lead BIM-enabled project information workstreams across major infrastructure and environmental projects in the UK.

You will embed ISO 19650 standards, optimise CDE usage, and mentor teams while collaborating with project teams and digital leads. The role focuses on governance, data quality, and developing people to build confidence in information management.

Qualifications

• Extensive BIM experience and PMO leadership.
• Effective communicator across diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of ISO 19650 standards and information management.
• Experience managing project information and reviews.

Responsibilities

• Manage information processes in line with ISO 19650 standards.
• Maintain and optimise the Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Develop and manage BEP, MIDP and TIDP documentation.
• Coordinate information exchange requirements across stakeholders.
• Support and embed project information standards and procedures.
• Apply a security-minded approach to data access and governance.
• Provide guidance and training on information management systems.
• Monitor quality and ensure compliance with agreed standards.
• Manage asset information reviews including COBie and data checks per ISO 19650.

Skills

BIM environments experience

Project Information Management

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

ISO 19650 knowledge

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Common Data Environments (CDE)

Information governance

Job description

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About The Role…

We are a collaborative and environmentally focused Information Management team, supporting WSP’s growing portfolio of projects. As a centre of excellence within our Earth & Environment discipline, we provide project and information management expertise across the full project lifecycle.

You’ll join a supportive team environment, with opportunities to develop your skills while working on a diverse range of high-profile infrastructure and environmental projects across the UK.

In this role, you will oversee information management processes aligned to ISO 19650 standards, ensuring effective project information flow and governance. You will work closely with project teams and digital leads to embed consistent standards, support delivery, drive quality, and develop people to build confidence, capability and high-quality information management practice.

Our projects span major infrastructure and development programmes, including nationally significant schemes across sectors such as energy, transport, defence, and the built environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage information processes in line with ISO 19650 standards
• Maintain and optimise the Common Data Environment (CDE)
• Develop and manage BEP, MIDP and TIDP documentation
• Coordinate information exchange requirements across stakeholders
• Support and embed project information standards and procedures
• Apply a security-minded approach to data access and governance
• Provide guidance and training on information management systems
• Monitor quality and ensure compliance with agreed standards
• Manage the review, validation and distribution of project asset information, including COBie, associated non-graphical data, and graphical model outputs, ensuring that information model reviews (including both graphical and non-graphical/data checks) are undertaken in accordance with ISO 19650 information management requirements.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Extensive experience operating within BIM environments and leading or supporting Project Information Management
• Confident and effective communicator, able to engage stakeholders at all levels across both in-person and digital channels
• Demonstrates effective collaboration, with the ability to influence, drive outcomes, and solve complex problems
• Proven experience working within complex project or PMO environments, often across multidisciplinary teams
• Good working knowledge of Common Data Environments (CDEs), including implementation and governance
• Good understanding and practical application of ISO 19650 standards and wider information management frameworks
• Experience leading, supporting and developing people, helping others build confidence, capability and high-quality information management practice

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.