Information Manager

About us

United Utilities’ (UU) mission is to deliver high-quality water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We are proud to be ranked #4 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List. We promote a workplace culture where our people can grow, excel, and truly be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values, and business model to fulfil our mission. By setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable, long-term value for our colleagues, customers, and communities. Whether you collaborate with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation.

Benefits

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. These include:

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme

At UU, we champion flexible ways of working. In-person attendance is required three days per week to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role.

Job Purpose

Are you highly experienced with project lifecycle information management systems and confident communicating with internal and external stakeholders? Are you currently a Project Information Manager/BIM Manager with working experience of international standards for Information Management? If so, you could be a great fit for our Project Information Manager role.

As a Project Information Manager you will ensure that project information, project information systems and digital information management technologies meet the requirements for the efficient and effective delivery of UU’s Capital Programme and the delivery of asset information to the operational business. Achieving the level of accuracy and completeness to support a safe working environment, compliance to all statutory requirements, the capability framework and the digital ambitions of UU’s wider business.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference for the North West and want to join us on our journey of transformation, we would love to hear from you.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Ensure all project participants (internal staff, partners, suppliers, contractors) comply with information requirements.
• Manage and develop project information systems and enhance the effectiveness of project information processes.
• Collaborate with technical teams to gain insights into project information management through data-driven solutions.
• Coordinate with Regional Delivery Managers and Engineering Managers to maintain awareness of programme data and address issues.
• Ensure accurate and complete information exchange with the supply chain.
• Update guidance and specifications as needed.
• Implement training plans for project information management processes and systems for all relevant staff and contractors.

Technical Skills & Experience

To be successful with your application, you’ll need to show that you meet the following criteria:

• Working knowledge and experience with industry standards for information management such as ISO 19650
• Excellent level of technical knowledge of project information management systems and technologies (e.g. Common Data Environments).
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to build and manage relationships at all levels within the organisation and within the extended supply chain.
• Good awareness and experience of the project life cycle, digital engineering technologies and asset coding structure, within construction/capital projects.
• Good influencing and negotiation skills in order to influence all levels of staff and management.
• Assurance focus to ensure confidence in our supply chain performance and compliance against information standards.

To be considered for this position you must have a permanent right to work in the UK.