Project Manager – Digital Transformation (Data & AI, Oil & Gas)

Codvo Private Limited; Doha; On-site; QAR 327,629 - 436,839; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company in Doha is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead digital transformation initiatives in the Oil & Gas sector. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in project management, strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, and expertise in cloud/data platforms, particularly Azure. Responsibilities include managing cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and translating project outcomes into measurable business benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading large-scale digital transformation projects.
• Strong background in Agile delivery.
• Familiarity with upstream, midstream, or downstream processes in Oil & Gas.
• Proven experience managing projects in Azure.
• Understanding of AI/ML workflows and data engineering concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to engage executives and technical teams.
• Strong background in managing budgets and risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for digital transformation initiatives.
• Establish project charters and structured project plans.
• Drive initiatives leveraging Azure and Databricks.
• Partner with business leaders to translate challenges into solutions.
• Ensure projects align with industry regulations and data security.
• Translate transformation outputs into measurable business outcomes.

Skills

Project Management Expertise

Agile delivery

Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge

Cloud & Data Platforms

AI & Data Literacy

Stakeholder Management

Delivery Track Record

Education

Formal PM qualifications (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)

Tools

Azure

Google Cloud

SAP

Databricks

Job description

Project Manager – Digital Transformation (Data & AI, Oil & Gas)

(Category – Project Manager)

Sector: Oil and Gas

Location: Doha, Qatar

Company Overview:

At Codvo, software and people transformations go hand-in-hand. We are a global empathy‑led technology services company. Product innovation and mature software engineering are part of our core DNA. Respect, Fairness, Growth, Agility, and Inclusiveness are the core values that we aspire to live by each day.

We are a leading oil and gas company in the midst of an ambitious Digital Transformation.

Job Description:

We are seeking highly skilled Project Manager to lead our digital transformation initiatives across the organization. This role is central to driving efficiency, unlocking business value, and embedding innovation by leveraging Data, AI, and modern cloud technologies. You will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of transformation projects, ensuring alignment with business goals, regulatory requirements, and the unique operational demands of the oil & gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Project Delivery

• Lead end‑to‑end project management for digital transformation initiatives, from scoping and business case development to execution and benefits realization.
• Establish clear project charters, structured project plans, and KPIs to track outcomes, not just outputs.
• Apply Agile project management methodologies for effective scheduling, resource planning, and milestone delivery.
• Manage cross‑functional teams spanning IT, OT, data science, cloud engineering, and business stakeholders.

Digital & Data Transformation

• Drive initiatives leveraging Azure (primary), with supplementary work in Google Cloud and SAP ecosystems.
• Oversee projects involving Databricks, AI/ML, advanced analytics, and data platform buildouts.
• Drive end‑to‑end business analysis and lead the execution of solution delivery, translating complex business needs into clear actionable requirements and overseeing the implementation to ensure realization of expected business value and solution adoption.
• Possesses strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities to effectively engage executive leadership, cross‑functional teams, and external vendors driving alignment, influencing outcomes, and leading timely, high‑quality decisions‑making throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with business leaders, engineers, and AI specialists to translate operational challenges into scalable digital solutions.
• Communicate complex technology initiatives in business terms for executive stakeholders.
• Manage organizational change to ensure adoption across technical and non‑technical teams.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure projects align with industry regulations, HSE standards, and data security requirements.
• Establish governance frameworks for AI and data initiatives, balancing innovation with risk management.

Value Realization

• Translate transformation outputs (dashboards, models, workflows) into measurable business outcomes (efficiency gains, reduced downtime, safety improvements).
• Monitor ROI and continuously refine project portfolios based on impact.

Required Skills & Experience

• Project Management Expertise: 10+ years of experience leading large‑scale digital transformation projects, with formal PM qualifications (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• Methodology: Strong background in Agile delivery, including scheduling, dependency management, and milestone tracking.
• Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with upstream, midstream, or downstream processes, including exposure to OT data (SCADA, historians, WITSML, Petrel).
• Cloud & Data Platforms: Proven experience managing projects in Azure, with working knowledge of GCP and SAP integrations. Familiarity with Databricks is essential.
• AI & Data Literacy: Understanding AI/ML workflows, RAG, knowledge graphs, and data engineering concepts in enterprise settings.
• Stakeholder Management: Demonstrated ability to engage executives, technical teams, and field operations in complex change programs.
• Delivery Track Record: Strong background in managing budgets, risks, and schedules in highly regulated, safety‑conscious industries.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in data governance frameworks and AI ethics in industrial settings.
• Familiarity with multi‑cloud deployments and hybrid architectures.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to tie technology investments to commercial value.