Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations and you'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office – Perth, Inverness, Glasgow or Aberdeen
Salary: £34,749 - £40,939 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available.
The role
As a Project Information Officer, you will take ownership of the information environment that supports major infrastructure projects from early development through to final handover. You will set up and manage project systems such as Viewpoint and Autodesk Forma, ensure information is structured and governed correctly, and help teams access and trust the data they rely on every day. Working closely with project colleagues and external partners, you will support consistent ways of working, resolve system and data issues, and drive improvements that make information easier to find, share and use.
You will
- Act as the system administrator for project information and document management platforms, ensuring they are configured correctly from day one.
- Set up projects, including folder structures, metadata, workflows, permissions and naming conventions.
- Support internal teams and external suppliers with document control activities, day-to-day system queries and lead system training sessions.
- Manage user access, onboarding and training, helping users work confidently and consistently.
- Maintain data quality, governance and compliance, and support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement activities.
You have
- Experience as a system administrator or advanced user of information or document management systems.
- Strong attention to detail when handling project information, including external deliverables.
- Experience configuring workflows, metadata, permissions and system structures.
- Confident communication skills and the ability to work effectively with project teams and supply chain partners.
- Knowledge of ISO 19650, BIM or CDE environments, or experience working on large or regulated projects is desirable.
About SSE
SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
SSEN Transmission own and operate 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 [email protected] 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.
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