Overview
Head of Engineering Information Management
Location - UK Wide - Mostly remote with some trips to midlands
Salary: £100K - £120K DOE
We are working in partnership with a leading infrastructure organisation to appoint a Head of Engineering Information Management. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for setting the strategic direction and driving digital transformation in engineering and asset information management.
With significant budget oversight and a growing team, this role will shape how engineering data, models, and digital assets are governed, integrated, and optimised across the full life cycle of construction and asset management activities.
Responsibilities
* Define and deliver the organisation's Engineering Information Management strategy, ensuring alignment with asset management, construction, and regulatory objectives.
* Establish governance frameworks for engineering data, drawings, and BIM models, ensuring compliance with industry standards (ISO 19650, PAS 1192, ISO 14224).
* Lead the design, optimisation, and automation of workflows, embedding Common Data Environments (CDEs) and integrating with platforms such as GIS, Maximo, and ACC.
* Oversee robust performance reporting frameworks to deliver insights into investment, safety, and asset health KPIs.
* Act as a key partner with regulatory bodies, ensuring transparency and compliance in reporting.
* Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of digital engineers, BIM specialists, and CAD technicians, championing a culture of excellence.
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement through technology pilots, proof-of-concepts, and strategic partnerships.
About You
We are seeking a forward-thinking leader with a proven track record in engineering information management, BIM, or digital asset management within infrastructure or utilities. You will bring:
* Strong leadership experience with direct and indirect team management responsibilities.
* In-depth knowledge of construction and asset life cycle processes, from commissioning to maintenance.
* Technical expertise in BIM platforms (Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks), GIS (ArcGIS), and asset management systems (Maximo).
* Strong data governance and digital workflow design skills, with a focus on automation and integration.
* Experience designing and assuring performance reporting frameworks linked to engineering, investment, and safety KPIs.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at board and regulatory level.
Candidates with a background in construction, engineering, or utilities will be particularly well-suited to this position.
This is a rare opportunity to play a strategic leadership role at the forefront of digital transformation in a critical infrastructure setting. You will have the scope, resources, and influence to embed best-in-class information management practices that shape long-term operational and regulatory success.
Please apply ASAP if interested - GleeIT
Head of Engineering Information Management
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