Project Information Manager

Project Information Manager

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Project Overview: We are currently recruiting individuals for an initial assignment in the northwest of England where we are undertaking FEED services. Experience in nuclear sectors can be helpful, but we are equally interested in the ability of candidates to apply broader experiences in a new environment. To achieve critical project success, individuals from Bechtel bring their experience and expertise to the role while working as part of an integrated team with our client and partners. We commit to supporting the client's goals while promoting our values of fairness, diversity, inclusion, trust and collaboration guided by our Vision, Values and Covenants.

Job Summary

The Project Innovation & Information Manager (PIIM) is responsible for spearheading the implementation of digital solutions and innovation across cross-functional workflows. This role will work closely with cross-functional delivery teams to help implement the technology, applications, and hardware required to deliver the project in a data-centric manner. The role is also responsible for the creation, pilot, and deployment of digital tools and services that improve safety, quality, productivity in accordance with project standards, ISO requirements, project information delivery plans, and client information requirements.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities

• Prepare, implement, and maintain the project Information Management (IM) strategy and plans, working collaboratively with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Accountable for the information management strategy and overall management of the information and document management scope.
• Contribute to the Project Management / Execution Plan for alignment with the project IM strategies and plans.
• Remain cognisant of the Export Control Compliance Plan (ECCP) and the Security Aspects Letter (SAL) requirements that apply to the project.
• Apply "need-to-know" and ensure project team members understand that exports can occur via electronic, verbal, visual, or remote access (including "deemed exports" where applicable).
• Ensure Bechtel-generated technical information is treated as Part 810 ECI where applicable (e.g., designs/specifications/manuals/instructions).
• Ensure On Project Personnel in your scope are briefed on ECI handling expectations and that access is controlled to reflect joiners/leavers and role-based need-to-know.
• Develop project Exchange Information Requirements (EIR) as part of contract flow-downs to delivery teams and ensure inclusion in procurement packages.
• Implement Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) and associated integrated work processes to support application exchange requirements.
• Coordinate with delivery team functions to develop IM use cases to support project delivery and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular assessments to review the implementation of the project IM plan and seek opportunities for improvement.
• Align processes and procedures with industry-wide IM standards and best practices, including ISO19650.
• Conduct UAT testing of new tools and updates to existing tools to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Collaborate closely with functional PIIM team members, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and project stakeholders to integrate standards and best practices.
• Champion the configuration of the CDE as the single source of truth for all project content (shared and issued).
• Document lessons learned and implement improved workflows to optimise project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide application training for employees, draft and maintain user guides, and troubleshoot application issues.
• Digitalise work processes for efficient automated workflows.

Education and Experience Requirements

A degree with 15+ years of experience in delivering large complex AEC projects, including 7+ years of experience in implementing and integrating PMIS technologies like systems like ACC/Aconex, ArcGIS, Unifier, Cost Management & reporting systems etc. Extensive experience preparing, implementing, and maintaining IM and innovation strategies and plans. Ideally in accordance with ISO 19650. Experience with implementing 'right-sized' IM and innovation solutions for client environments and requirements, ideally as a Delivery Partner or PMC as part of an integrated team.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrable experience with the configuration and implementation of Aconex. Experience in facilitating workshops, work process mapping and implementing a structured approach to scope management and change management. Previous involvement in developing project BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), templates, standards & classification systems, class libraries, and master data models for large-scale projects. Proficiency in defining (requirements gathering) and deploying project dashboards using PowerBI & GIS. Strong problem-solving and change management skills, particularly related to integrated project delivery environment. Knowledge of Asset Management Systems. Competence in defining and configuring PMIS, including CDE and associated integrated workflows. Ability to manage priorities and assume additional evolving responsibilities, including providing direction and supervision to digital leads in engineering, construction, and other cross-functional teams. Self-motivated with strong leadership skills and the ability to influence without direct authority. Knowledge and experience in the implementation and management of Information of Security requirements Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills to articulate digital transformation and digital solutions and technologies across all organisational levels. Track record of working closely with and influencing senior client staff, project cross-functional teams, design consultants, and contractors.