BIM Coordinator (Offshore Delivery)

sse.com; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland is looking for a BIM Coordinator to manage digital data across large-scale energy projects. The role involves establishing a Common Data Environment with Autodesk tools, supporting project teams, and contributing to digital innovation. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of ISO 19650 and experience with various software like AutoCAD and Power BI, offering a chance to grow in a vibrant industry. Flexible benefits are provided to accommodate personal needs.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Experience in model management and clash detection.
• Proficient in collating and organising data in COBie format.
• Awareness of visualisation software for digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams in maintaining the Common Data Environment.
• Lead 3D coordination and clash detection meetings.
• Contribute to frameworks for quality and efficiency in projects.

Skills

Knowledge of ISO 19650

Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud

Data interrogation and reporting skills

Familiarity with coding languages

Education

Relevant qualification in engineering or project management

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Power BI

Job description

Base Location:

For this role, we ideally require successful applicants to be based on one of our Scottish locations – Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness.

Salary:

£43,704 - £51,484 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern:

Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

Due to expansion and an ever-increasing workload, the Offshore Delivery Directorate within SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for a BIM Coordinator to support the management and development of digital data and information management across of our large-scale energy projects throughout Scotland.

You will be a career driven individual, who is looking to broaden their skillsets in an exciting industry. You will be providing key input into the development of project models and procedures, in line with BS EN ISO 19650, as well as validating information management processes, other systems and tools, and the digital coordination of the project data assigned to you.

You will

• Support project teams and contractors in establishing and maintaining the Common Data Environment (CDE) using Autodesk Construction Cloud, while helping build confidence in digital systems and workflows through training and guidance.
• Shape and maintain model-driven information requirements, including contractual obligations and exchange information needs, working collaboratively with the supply chain to develop practical modelling solutions.
• Act as a key point of contact for model coordination and validation, ensuring consistent handling of sensitive information and supporting the effective sharing of data across projects.
• Lead 3D coordination and clash detection meetings, verifying and federating model and asset data from external partners, and ensuring alignment across internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to digital innovation and transformation, supporting the development of frameworks like Level of Information Need and helping to research and implement new ways of working that enhance quality and efficiency.

You have

• Knowledge of ISO 19650, the UK BIM Framework guidance, and industry recognised best practices and processes for information management, with a particular focus on collaboration platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) or BIM 360. Awareness of other common data environments is equally valued.
• Experience in model management and clash detection would be beneficial, especially with authoring, checking, and validating model data in tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, and Navisworks. This includes familiarity with Autodesk’s Interoperability Tools and their application.
• Confidence in collating and organising data in a COBie enabled format to support asset management, including an understanding of Level of Information Need methodologies as set out in ISO 7817-1:2024.
• Awareness of visualisation software and technologies that can inspire and enable digital transformation.
• Interest in data interrogation and reporting through platforms such as Power BI. Skills or knowledge in coding languages such as C#, Python, or similar would also be seen as an advantage.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSEN Transmission owns and operates 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 Stephanie at [e-mail] or 01738 342963 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.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.