BIM Manager
* Job Number: 551656
* Closing at: Mar 12 2025 - 23:55 GMT
Base Location: Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness
Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available - If you live outside of Scotland, we can offer relocation assistance.
The role
Due to expansion and an ever-increasing workload, SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for a BIM Manager to lead development of digital data and information management across the development, delivery and handover phase of our energy projects throughout SSEN Transmission in Scotland.
You will be responsible for providing key input into the development of the BIM related information requirements documentation, in line with BS EN ISO 19650, as well as validating information management processes, other systems and tools, and the coordination and management of the project data assigned to you.
You will
- Support legal and commercial teams in the preparation of contracts and the development of PQQ's and other supporting information for adoption of digital implementation and information management on projects.
- Define and manage the Exchange & Information Requirements (EIR) in line with recognised industry standards, internal governance, and ongoing development. This includes, the project specific BIM Execution Plan (BEP) and other supporting information to related departments such as Information Technology (IT) and Geographic Information System (GIS).
- Be a direct line to leading on all project specific digital and BIM information. This includes, but not limited to internal departments, contractor and supplier engagement, problem solving technical and information management related queries, managing data from a host of software, systems, and technology.
- Lead the BIM Coordinators in performing model interrogation, coordination, federation, and clash detection processes between package contractors to ensure design related issues are identified to facilitate decision process.
- Support the Project Information Officers (PIO's) in the setup and management of project spaces within the Common Data Environment (CDE) in line with BS EN ISO 19650 processes, plus project and business specific requirements.
You have
- Extensive experience as a BIM or Information Manager on major infrastructure projects or as a Lead BIM Coordinator, preferably using Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) however, knowledge in other typical CDE's is also welcomed.
- Extensive experience in Computer Aided Design (CAD) and modelling preferably for energy or linear and vertical infrastructure projects, such as: Converter Stations, Substations, Overhead Lines, Cables. Experience in 2D and 3D CAD, e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks and other modelling authoring or coordination tools linked to these software packages listed above.
- Experience in GIS applications would be desirable. Preferably using Esri GIS and Autodesk communication tools in projects for effective design data management.
- Knowledge of ISO 19650 and UK BIM Framework guidance and industry standard best practices and processes for information management. Management/project management experience will be an advantage.
- Practical knowledge and experience in model coordination, clash detection and federation across multiple workstreams. This includes working knowledge in the use of Navisworks or a similar system, and/or model coordination/clash and federation functionality across various Common Data Environment (CDE's).
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.
own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Shirley on / 01738 351976 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
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