Common Data Environment Manager (CDE)

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

SYSTRA’s Mobility & Railway Business Unit is anticipating future growth, with new rail projects expected soon. To support these potential opportunities, we are looking for an experienced CDE Manager to join our project teams and contribute to our mobility solutions.

The CDE Manager is responsible for the effective implementation, administration, and continual improvement of the Common Data Environment (CDE) for the design phase of a traditional long-distance rail project. This role ensures that all project data, documentation, and models are managed efficiently, complying with project standards, quality requirements, and client expectations.

Missions/Main Duties

• CDE Implementation & Management
• Establish, configure, and maintain the project CDE (e.g., ProjectWise, BIM 360, Aconex, or similar) in line with company and client standards.
• Develop and update CDE workflows, protocols, and naming conventions based on industry standards (e.g., ISO 19650).
• Implement the project CDE across all the Systra entities involved in the production.
• Data and Information Management
• Oversee the collection, validation, and management of design data, ensuring information security, accuracy, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage digital design deliverables, including CAD drawings, BIM models, schedules, reports, and other technical documents.
• Collaboration and Coordination
• Act as the central point of contact for CDE-related queries, coordinating with multidisciplinary design teams, third parties, and client representatives.
• Facilitate cross-discipline collaboration by ensuring the correct use of the CDE and promoting best practices.
• Quality & Compliance
• Monitor compliance with project information management procedures and applicable standards (such as ISO 19650, BS 1192, PAS 1192).
• Conduct regular audits, data quality checks, and provide reporting to senior management.
• Training and Support
• Provide training, onboarding, and technical support to project team members regarding CDE processes and tools.
• Develop user guides, standard operating procedures, and support documentation.
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve digital workflows and CDE adoption across the project.
• Capture lessons learned and implement best practices in document management.
  
  

Profile/Skills

• Education: Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Information Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in information management or BIM environment, ideally on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in CDE set-up and management during the design phase of rail or infrastructure projects.
• Skills:
• Proficient in CDE platforms (ProjectWise, BIM 360, Aconex, etc.).
• Solid understanding of document control, information management standards, and BIM processes.
• Familiarity with long-distance (intercity) rail design principles is preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to train and support multidisciplinary teams.
  
  

Desirable

• Knowledge of System Engineering, Rail Safety, or Asset Management.
• Certifications in BIM, Information Management, or Document Control.
• Experience with ISO 19650 implementation.
  
  

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.