Information and Common Data Environment (CDE) Manager

SYSTRA; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport infrastructure firm is seeking an Information & CDE Manager in Montreal. The role focuses on managing and integrating the Common Data Environment across major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, strong leadership abilities, and expertise in information management and digital technologies. Certifications in ISO 19650 and experience with large-scale projects are essential. This position supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in information management or CDE implementation.
• Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects ($100M+).
• Professional certifications in Information Management (ISO 19650), BIM Management, or PM.

Responsibilities

• Develop an integrated Common Data Environment (CDE) for a major project.
• Implement data governance policies and optimize workflows.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives and training for staff.

Skills

Information Management

Digital Leadership

Data Governance

System Integration

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, Construction Management

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

BIM

GIS

EDMS

PMIS

MS Power BI

Job description

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

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Context

Within the Digital Workstream of the Project, the Information & CDE Manager serves as a strategic digital leader responsible for orchestrating the organization's integrated information ecosystem across a major infrastructure project. This pivotal role oversees the comprehensive Common Data Environment (CDE) - a unified ecosystem comprising BIM, GIS, EDMS, Collaboration Portal, and PMIS (Project Management Information System) platforms - ensuring seamless digital collaboration, information integrity, and compliance with international standards.

Missions/Main Duties

Integrated CDE Management

• Ecosystem Integration & Platform Orchestration: Develop and optimize an integrated CDE with standardized interfaces and data exchange for a unified project information source.
• Governance & Workflow Optimization: Implement data governance policies and create efficient cross-platform workflows with automated checkpoints.

Advanced Information Management

• Information Strategy & Schema: Align information management strategy with project goals and develop metadata schemas for effective retrieval and integration.
• Quality Assurance & Security: Use automated processes to ensure data integrity and compliance, and apply security protocols with role-based access.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Digital Adoption

• Change Management & Training: Lead digital transformation, system adoption, and provide training for effective CDE use.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Requirements Management: Act as liaison for information management practices and convert stakeholder needs into technical specifications.

Digital Innovation & Technology Integration

• Systems Integration: Integrate BIM, GIS, EDMS, and PMIS for a cohesive digital ecosystem.
• Process Optimization: Automate workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual processing.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Standards & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to project and industry standards like ISO 19650 and maintain compliance with data protection regulations.
• Audit & Risk Mitigation: Conduct audits to identify improvement areas and develop contingency and recovery plans for critical assets.

Profile/Skills

Training: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, Construction Management, or related field (Master's preferred)

Years of experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in information management, digital collaboration, or CDE implementation within complex infrastructure projects.

Technical competencies:

• Certifications & Experience: Hold professional certifications in Information Management (ISO 19650), BIM Management, or Project Management (PMP, Prince2) with experience in large-scale infrastructure projects ($100M+).
• Digital & System Integration: Knowledge of digital twin implementation, emerging technologies, and expertise in system integration, API development, and data exchange.
• Information Management & Standards: Demonstrated expertise in ISO 19650, configuring multiple information systems (BIM, GIS, EDMS, PMIS), and implementing information management protocols.
• Data Governance & Architecture: Strong understanding of data governance, information architecture, metadata management, and advanced knowledge of CDE platforms like Oracle Aconex and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• BIM, GIS & Asset Management: Understanding of BIM environments, geospatial data management, and asset information management for Digital Twin development.
• Data Analytics & Security: Experience with business intelligence tools (MS Power BI), data visualization, and knowledge of cybersecurity principles and data protection.

Personal qualities and soft skills:

• Strategic Vision & Systems Thinking: Develop and implement long-term information and CDE management strategies with an understanding of complex interrelationships between information systems.

• Digital Leadership & Problem-Solving: Lead digital transformation initiatives, drive adoption, and creatively resolve complex information management challenges.

• Communication & Collaboration: Translate technical concepts for diverse stakeholders and work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

• Adaptability: Demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing project requirements and emerging technologies.

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.