SSEN Transmission
Digital Information Manager
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Digital Information Manager
Digital Information Manager – Permanent | Full-Time (50% Office Based)
Role Overview
Base Location: Aberdeen, Glasgow, Inverness, or Perth (50% office-based) Salary: £44,000–£65,900 + performance bonus + competitive benefits Working Pattern: Permanent | Full-Time, with flexible options available (e.g., hybrid)
Due to sustained expansion, SSEN Transmission’s Offshore Delivery Directorate seeks a Digital Information Manager to lead the evolution of digital data and modelling management across large-scale energy infrastructure in Scotland’s energy landscape.
This opportunity requires expertise in ISO 19650-driven information management, ensuring seamless data validation across systems and effective collaboration within supply chain frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
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Advance Digital & Information Strategy
- Provide specialist input to ISO 19650-aligned information requirements and documentation.
- Validate high-quality data and information from diverse supply chain sources, ensuring compliance with project needs.
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Commercial & Legal Collaborations
- Support legal and commercial teams in contract preparation, producing project-specific PQQs, bids, and digital implementation strategies.
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Manage BIM & EIR Implementation
- Define and govern Exchange & Information Requirements (EIR) in line with recognised standards (ISO 19650), internal governance, and emerging best practices.
- Review Tender Electronic Submissions (TES) project-specific requirements, including BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and digital supporting documents for geo-information systems (GIS) and IT assessment.
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Coordinator of Technical Information
- Act as the primary liaison for project-specific digital information, encompassing:
- Active engagement with contractors and suppliers on technical information issues.
- Problem-solving advanced data challenges across interoperable software and systems.
- Coordination and validation of deliverables from systems like BIM 360, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), or other CDEs.
- Act as the primary liaison for project-specific digital information, encompassing:
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Document Control & System Integration
- Assist Document Control teams in setting up and maintaining compliant Common Data Environments (CDEs) adhering to the UK BIM Framework and internal practices.
- Apply BS EN ISO 19650 processes for project governing data environments.
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BIM Model Coordination
- Lead BIM Coordination teams to deliver high-quality services:
- Collaboratively perform model interrogation, coordination, and clash detection across Schneider (package contractors), feeding insights back into design decision-making.
- Lead BIM Coordination teams to deliver high-quality services:
Job Requirements
Essential qualifications and experience:
- Extensive hands-on experience as a Lead BIM Coordinator, BIM/Information Manager or similar, ideally on high-complexity infrastructure projects.
- Preferred Proficiency: Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), BIM 360, or equivalent digital collaboration tools (but knowledge of other CDE environments is a plus).
- Proven expertise in:
- 2D & 3D CAD tools: AutoCAD Family Plus, Revit, Civil 3D, and Navisworks.
- Core energy sector workflows, including substations, overhead lines, and converter stations systems mapping.
- Deep knowledge of ISO 19650 and UK BIM Framework standards.
- Strong grasp of industry-wide information & data management best practices.
- Ability to handle collaborative model coordination, clash detection, and model federation in complex/fractured environments (including comparable third-party tools like popular CDE solutions).
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Desirable deep-seated skills:
- Experience with GIS and map tools, especially Esri solutions (and supporting software ecosystems).
About SSEN Transmission
SSE is championing a net-zero energy future, investing £7 billion+ annually in local energy infrastructure to support sustainable growth and domestic power generation. As North Scotland’s key electricity transmission operator, SSEN Transmission delivers reliable and responsive grid services while building expertise for future expansion toward a net-zero network.
Benefits to Enhance Your Work & Wellbeing
Bespoke financial, wellness, and family-focused perks include:
- Discounts: Private healthcare and gym memberships.
- Wellbeing Support:
- Free, access to an online GP service.
- 24/7 counselling services.
- Financial Incentives:
- Interest-free support for home tech upgrades or transport season tickets.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Family Benefits:
- Generous maternity, adoption, and paternity leave policies.
Equality & Inclusion Commitment
SSE values a diverse, inclusive workforce and is committed to:
- Flexible recruitment adjustments to ensure a fair application process.
- Open sessions for candidates to discuss support needs in advance; contact:
- Hannah Cutajar (hannah.e.cutajar@sse.com, 01738 341147).
Ready to Apply?
Apply directly via the "Apply Now" button on our careers portal. All applications must be submitted online. Successful candidates will undergo screening, followed by a potential DBS and credit check.
SSEN Transmission looks forward to welcoming candidates who are passionate about shaping a resilient and net-zero energy future!
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