Information Manager - Glasgow

BALFOUR BEATTY; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm in Scotland is seeking an experienced Information Manager to establish governance and manage data flow within the Common Data Environment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical and communication skills, experience in managing information for infrastructure projects, and be passionate about collaboration. This role offers flexible working with the possibility of remote work.

Benefits

Smart working with flexible hours

25 days paid annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Qualifications

• Understanding of ISO 19650 series information management guidelines.
• Ability to form effective relationships with project stakeholders.
• Keen to learn, develop and support members of the digital team.

Responsibilities

• Establish governance and assure data and information flow.
• Manage the Common Data Environment for project information.
• Encourage collaborative working and information exchange.

Skills

Good communication skills

Strong technical ability with digital software applications

Analytical capability

Ability to work under time pressure

Education

BSc, MSc, BEng, MEng, HND/HDC or relevant experience

NVQ – Level 5 or 2-5 years project experience

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS applications

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Balfour Beatty are looking for an Information Manager to join their Power T&D Division. Based in Scotland.

Role Purpose: Responsible for establishing governance and assuring data and information flow to and from the common data environments (CDE). Reviewing Employers Information Requirements (EIR) then producing and maintaining BIM Execution Plans (BEP), Information Management Plans and other related documents (MIDP for example).

The Information Manager will manage the Common Data Environment, ensuring all project information is available and up to date. They will encourage collaborative working, information exchange and aid the project team throughout. The Information Manager has no design related duties.

Responsibilities

• Scope of Role: 70% Information Management, 10% Analysis, 20% Improvement (anecdotal percentages).
• BIM Scope: Manage information for one or more projects; comply with role scope for relevant accreditation (ISO19650).
• Task Team Manager: appoint Task Team IM roles; own the Task Information Delivery Plan (TIDP) and ensure correct execution; review and approve information produced by the Task Team against the task brief; consult Employerr Representative on customer-required standards, methods and procedures; work with the Design/Construction Lead on defining the Volume Strategy and assigning appropriate Level of definition; document and validate Information Requirements with the lead SupplierIR(s).
• Accountabilities: Create and execute the BEP and IMP; maintain and support task teams with MIDP and TIDP; ensure Asset Information Requirements are planned for and managed; manage and communicate information exchange processes on projects through the CDE and ensure compliance; report progress of information development and exchange as defined in the IMP; attend project meetings as needed; confirm supplierbility to deliver information requirements; liaise with project team members and the Employer to support collaborative working; provide coaching/assistance on the implementation of the chosen CDE.

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc, MSc, BEng, MEng, HND/HDC or qualified by experience with understanding and proven delivery of infrastructure or building management across multiple processes/schemes.
• NVQ – Level 5 or 2-5 years of project/industry experience.
• Understanding of ISO 19650 series information management guidelines.
• Good communication skills (spoken & written) and ability to form effective relationships with project stakeholders.
• Strong technical ability with digital software applications; experience in training others; and analytical capability.
• Ability to work under time pressure and collaborate with project teams, supply chain partners and customers.
• Keen to learn, develop and support members of the digital team.

Desirable

• Professional membership.
• Autodesk and GIS application experience.
• Strong Excel and/or Power BI capability.
• Power Infrastructure experience.

Benefits

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects. We offer a full range of benefits and the flexibility to shape the package that suits you. Key benefits include:

• Smart working with flexible start/end times and up to 40% remote working where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata).
• Family-friendly policies, including 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partner leave.
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and more.

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks. From scoping and feasibility to design, construction and ongoing maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe diversity and inclusion are essential components of a successful, happy workplace. We are growing our diverse workforce and developing an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, regardless of identity or background. We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence "Employer Recognition Scheme" and encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. We are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to removing barriers for people with disabilities. We will offer an interview to applicants who meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more information, visit: www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion. For accessibility, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We continually strive to improve our resourcing process and welcome feedback at [e-mail].