Digital Engineering Delivery Director

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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We are seeking an experienced Digital Delivery Lead to oversee and coordinate all Digital activities across a new project in Ontario. This leadership role works through dedicated BIM GIS Doc Control Information Management and IT leads to manage a team of 10 professionals and ensures all project requirements in these domains are met to client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead through dedicated BIM Lead GIS Lead Doc Control Information Management and IT Lead to manage 10 specialists
• Provide strategic direction and ensure alignment of all Digital workstreams with project requirements
• Support leads in achieving their objectives and removing organizational barriers
• Foster collaborative culture across BIM GIS IM Doc Control teams to ensure consistent Digital Engineering Delivery
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between the three disciplines

Project Requirements Management

• Ensure all project Digital Engineering requirements are clearly understood and met
• Monitor compliance with project requirements and contractual obligations
• Track and report on achievement of requirements across all three domains
• Address gaps and implement corrective actions to ensure full requirements satisfaction

BIM Delivery Oversight

• Work with BIM Lead to ensure BIM deliverables meet all project requirements
• Verify compliance with ISO 19650 standards and client BIM requirements
• Support BIM Lead in resolving complex technical or coordination challenges
• Ensure BIM outputs align with project milestones and quality expectations
• Monitor BIM Execution Plan implementation and effectiveness

GIS Operations Oversight

• Work with GIS Lead to ensure GIS activities meet project business requirements
• Support GIS platform admin
• Facilitate coordination between GIS Lead and Client for platform setup
• Ensure GIS deliverables support project objectives and timeline
• Monitor GIS data quality and integration requirements

Information Management and Document Control Oversight

• Collaborate with Document Control Manager and Information Manager to ensure deliverables meet project specifications
• Support resolution of Information/Document-related technical challenges
• Ensure CDE platforms meets requirements
• Verify Document/Information outputs comply with project standards and accuracy requirements
• Facilitate coordination between IM/DC leads and other project stakeholders

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Develop integrated digital engineering delivery strategy aligned with project requirements
• Work with Digital & IT Discipiplines Leads to establish clear objectives and success criteria
• Ensure delivery plans address all project requirements with appropriate milestones
• Coordinate across the three disciplines to optimize resource allocation and workflows
• Identify and mitigate risks that could impact requirements delivery
• Ensure alignment between digital engineering activities and overall project program

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as primary point of contact for Digital matters with Client and key stakeholders
• Ensure client satisfaction with digital engineering deliverables across all three domains
• Present progress on requirements achievement to client and senior management
• Facilitate resolution of client concerns or requirement clarifications
• Coordinate with Information Management and other project teams to ensure integrated delivery

Quality Assurance & Requirements Compliance

• Establish quality control framework to ensure all project requirements are met
• Work with discipline leads to implement verification processes for requirements satisfaction
• Conduct regular reviews to assess compliance with project specifications
• Track requirements fulfillment and identify areas requiring corrective action
• Maintain evidence of requirements compliance for client reporting and audits

Education & Certifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Architecture Geomatics or related technical field
• ISO 19650 certification or equivalent information management qualification
• Professional membership in relevant industry bodies (e.g. RICS ICE CIBSE)
• Project management certification (PMP) is highly desirable

IT and Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of BIM processes software and workflows for infrastructures and buildings
• Strong knowledge of GIS platforms and spatial data management
• ISO 19650 standards Certified professional and information management frameworks
• Familiarity with survey methodologies equipment and data processing
• Experience with Common Data Environments (CDE) deployment
• Knowledge of digital twin concepts and implementation strategies
• Proficiency in ISO 19650 standards and information management frameworks

Professional Experience

• Minimum 15 years in digital engineering IM/GIS/BIM management or related technical roles
• At least 10 years in leadership positions overseeing multidisciplinary technical teams
• Proven track record delivering complex projects through discipline leads
• Background in client-facing roles with focus on requirements management and delivery

Leadership Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking with focus on requirements achievement
• Excellent ability to lead through others and empower discipline leads
• Proven capability to translate requirements into actionable delivery plans
• Experience managing performance and ensuring accountability for results
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving with requirements-focused approach
• Ability to influence stakeholders and maintain client satisfaction

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.

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