ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Manage team of Database Administrators responsible for maintaining, monitoring, patching, securing, and remediating issues within enterprise database environments.
Lead operational support for multiple database technologies including Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and cloud-native database platforms.
Manage database backup, recovery, disaster recovery, high availability, and business continuity strategies.
Oversee database performance tuning, capacity planning, and optimization initiatives.
Develop and maintain database governance, standards, and operational procedures.
Manage relationships with third-party vendors and managed service providers supporting database platforms.
Ensure strong incident response processes while keeping stakeholders informed during database-related outages and performance events.
Maintain and improve monitoring practices, looking for opportunities to proactively identify and resolve issues before business impact occurs.
Lead database upgrade, migration, modernization, and cloud adoption initiatives.
Collaborate with application development teams to review database design, architecture, and deployment strategies.
Ensure compliance with security, audit, and regulatory requirements related to database platforms.
Manage projects and priorities via JIRA project management system in an Agile-based format.
Excellent customer service, communication, and documentation skills.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex technical problems.
Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment.
Job requires the ability to use vision, adjust focus, and work on a standard computer screen.
Use of audio-visual equipment is required.
[The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.]
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Self-starter attitude with ability to troubleshoot and conduct independent research on solutions.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Proven working experience managing enterprise database operations.
Ability to manage customer and other technological group relationships.
High attention to detail, maintaining accuracy in all managed and implemented solutions.
Shows good judgment during high-pressure situations.
Ability to step outside normal role to address issues that may not directly be related to database systems.
Organizational and project management skills.
Strong understanding of database security, encryption, auditing, and access controls.
Experience supporting hybrid and cloud database environments.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related field required.
7+ years of experience supporting and administering multiple database technologies in a multi-database enterprise environment.
3+ years of experience managing or leading a database administration team.
Experience with database high availability, replication, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions.
Experience supporting on-premises and cloud-hosted database platforms preferred.
Experience with database monitoring and automation platforms preferred.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, AWS, Azure, or equivalent database certifications preferred.
Wood’s Integrated Digital Operations team is currently inviting expressions of interest from experienced BIM Coordinators to support a portfolio of high-profile projects across the UK. The role can be based from our offices in Aberdeen, Glasgow, or Hull, with the flexibility to work from client locations in Inverness, Aberdeen, Glasgow, or Perth.
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The Role
As a BIM Coordinator, you will play a key role in driving digital excellence across engineering and project delivery teams. You will be responsible for implementing, coordinating, and governing Building Information Modelling (BIM) processes, ensuring the effective management of project information throughout the entire project lifecycle.
The role partners with multidisciplinary teams to optimise project delivery through effective information management, digital collaboration, and technology integration throughout the project lifecycle. Leveraging deep expertise in BIM methodologies, industry best practices, and digital engineering tools. The position also focuses on maintaining quality, schedule, and budget performance while supporting continuous professional development and innovation in digital project execution.
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
Within our Integrated Digital Operations team, our clients are operators of critical energy infrastructure as well as specialist manufacturing and pharmaceuticals, who are committed to maintaining safe and effective operational assets worldwide. Our work supports every stage in the asset lifecycle, but particularly focussing on the integrity of engineering data in digital solutions as well as optimising existing assets through our engineering expertise. We advise clients as they navigate through the digital and energy transition.
What we can offer
A caring team culture; we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business
Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the Energy sector
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays),plus the potential for one additional ‘flex day’ per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field
Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
The Key Objectives of this role are:
Ensure project delivery is aligned with ISO 19650 standards and best practices for information management throughout the project lifecycle
Define digital, data, 3D visualization, and Connected Data Platform requirements to ensure full alignment with client objectives and expectations
Provide expert guidance and support to clients on current and future BIM and digital transformation strategies
Develop and implement data improvement and migration plans, identifying and addressing data quality gaps to enhance information integrity
Prepare and manage key BIM documentation, including: BIM Execution Plans (BEP), Employer's Information Requirements (EIR), Task Information Delivery Plans (TIDP), Master Information Delivery Plans (MIDP)
Apply and promote the principles of 1D, 2D, 3D, 4D, 5D, and 6D BIM to support project planning, execution, and asset lifecycle management
Produce BIM-compliant models from point cloud data (Scan-to-BIM) while adhering to client-specific standards and requirements
Manage and oversee information exchange protocols and deliverables, including IFC, DEXPI, NWD, RVT, and other industry-standard formats
Administer and optimize Common Data Environments (CDEs) to ensure effective collaboration, information sharing, and document control
Define requirements and scopes for new or enhanced digital systems, tools, workflows, and processes to drive operational efficiency
Support continuous improvement initiatives by developing strategies for data governance, migration, and quality management
Assist Technical Leads in the development and delivery of internal BIM, digital, and data management training programs
Provide 2D and 3D drafting, modeling, and engineering design support to various business units, including collaboration with global project teams and resources
What Makes you Remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.
Expected:
Bachelor’s degree or appropriate level of experience
Experience and a drive for continual learning / understanding of the latest digital tools, technologies and processes
A good level of general computer skills (good electronic housekeeping)
Demonstrate a good understanding of industry best practices and work to established standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to work with multiple stakeholders in a professional manner
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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