Information Manager

Information Manager

Why this role?

Our teams deliver highly complex, technically challenging projects across the defence, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing and built environment sectors. As digital delivery continues to evolve, the effective management of information, data and BIM processes is becoming increasingly critical to project success.

We are looking for an experienced Information Manager to lead the delivery, governance and continuous improvement of BIM and CAD information across a diverse portfolio of projects. This is a key leadership role where you will be responsible for ensuring information is managed in accordance with ISO 19650 standards, client requirements and industry best practice.

Working closely with project teams, clients and senior stakeholders, you will drive digital excellence, lead multidisciplinary information management teams and help shape the future of BIM and data delivery across the business. We also promote a healthy work-life balance, with opportunities to get involved in office activities, knowledge-sharing initiatives and wider company projects.

About You

As an Information Manager, you will be an experienced BIM and digital information leader with a proven track record of managing teams, information governance processes and project delivery within complex engineering or construction environments.

You will be passionate about delivering high-quality information management solutions, developing people and implementing best practice processes that improve project outcomes. You will combine strong technical expertise with excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Your background will ideally include:

• Significant experience leading BIM and information management teams.
• Advanced knowledge of ISO 19650 and information management principles.
• Extensive experience using Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and associated BIM technologies.
• Strong understanding of Common Data Environments (CDEs) and information governance.
• Experience integrating BIM data with asset management, GIS and operational systems.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Solibri, Enscape, Recap and related digital delivery platforms.
• Commercial awareness with experience managing resources, budgets and project performance.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement, innovation and digital transformation.
• The ability to engage confidently with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and manage BIM and CAD teams, ensuring quality, consistency and compliance across all project deliverables.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and technical guidance to support team development and professional growth.
• Manage resource planning and forecasting to ensure effective utilisation and delivery against programme requirements.
• Lead recruitment activities and ensure teams have the capability and capacity to meet project demands.
• Establish performance measurement processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives across people, processes and technology.

Information & BIM Management

• Take overall responsibility for the quality and integrity of BIM and CAD information produced by the team.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 19650 standards, client requirements and internal governance procedures.
• Develop, implement and maintain BIM and CAD standards, procedures and workflows.
• Manage the integration of record information into operational and configured baselines.
• Oversee the production and implementation of BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and project information requirements.
• Support information assurance activities and coordinate compliance reviews prior to asset handover.

Project Delivery & Coordination

• Lead the delivery of BIM and digital information across multidisciplinary projects.
• Coordinate modelling teams and ensure the successful integration of information across design disciplines.
• Ensure modelling outputs meet the required Levels of Information Need (LOIN), Levels of Detail (LOD) and client standards.
• Organise and lead project review meetings, reporting on progress, quality and performance.
• Collaborate closely with project teams, clients and supply chain partners to resolve challenges and maintain delivery objectives.

Business & Client Development

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional delivery and technical excellence.
• Participate in client presentations, workshops and strategic reviews.
• Identify opportunities for service growth, innovation and new business development.
• Support wider digital delivery initiatives, automation opportunities and business improvement programmes.
• Promote knowledge sharing and best practice across the wider organisation.

Experience & Skills Required

Qualifications & Knowledge

• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in BIM, Engineering, Construction or a related discipline.
• Advanced understanding of BIM methodologies and information management processes.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 19650 and digital information standards.
• Understanding of construction, engineering and asset lifecycle management processes.
• Knowledge of point cloud surveying and integration within BIM workflows.
• Awareness of data visualisation tools such as Power BI.
• Ability and willingness to obtain security clearance, potentially up to DV level.

Technical Experience

• Experience leading BIM and information management functions within engineering, construction or facilities environments.
• Experience managing BIM deliverables in accordance with ISO 19650-2 and ISO 19650-3.
• Experience managing information for operational facilities and complex asset environments.
• Experience using Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Solibri, Enscape, Recap and related software.
• Experience managing information through CDE platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Understanding of asset information requirements and lifecycle information management.
• Experience reporting on project performance, quality and delivery metrics.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation abilities.
• Able to influence stakeholders and build credibility through technical expertise.
• Commercially aware and focused on delivering value and efficiency.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Professional, collaborative and customer-focused.
• Committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

Deliverables

You'll excel in this role when you:

• Deliver high-quality, compliant BIM and CAD information that supports successful project outcomes.
• Maintain robust information governance processes aligned to ISO 19650 and client requirements.
• Efficiently manage resources, budgets and team performance to achieve operational objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement through innovation, automation and best practice.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, project teams and stakeholders.
• Develop and mentor high-performing teams that consistently deliver technical excellence.
• Are recognised as a trusted information management leader who improves both project performance and digital capability across the business.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance or security assurance levels. 

The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance or assurance level for this role, in line with client and sector requirements.

In some cases, additional nationality or residency criteria may also apply due to specific client or national security obligations.

Further information on National security clearance levels can be found on the UK Government website: (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) 

About BakerHicks 

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks. 

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.  

Benefits 

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.  

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to: 

• Company car or cash allowance 
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan 
• Life assurance scheme 
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave 
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc) 
• Flexible/hybrid working 
• Family friendly policies 
• Employee assistance 
• Professional development 

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.  
BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.   

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