Principal Document & Information Management

Job Overview

Lead and oversee the management of information, document control, and delivery of digital systems throughout the full lifecycle of business execution. Provide guidance and leadership in information management, document control, data management, engineering system administration, and digitalization for project implementation phases.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce Information Management (IM) strategies, standards, and procedures, ensuring full compliance.
• Manage and enhance competence within Information Management, Document Control, Data Management, and Record Management teams.
• Define functional needs for Information Management Systems and collaborate with IT and software suppliers to fulfill these requirements.
• Align IM and Document Management procedures with overall project delivery strategies.
• Lead the rollout of Information Management and Document Management systems and tools.
• Devise and implement workshare strategies in Information and Document Management.
• Advise on technical direction, processes, and technologies that support successful delivery of IM, DM, and digital services.
• Coordinate closely with project management to meet operational goals and ensure all solutions satisfy customer expectations for successful project delivery.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage key execution risks related to IM, DM, and digital systems within projects.
• Uphold ethical standards and social responsibility throughout digital transformation activities.

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Extensive senior management experience in complex international organizations, particularly related to onshore and offshore oil and gas sectors.
• Strong leadership capabilities managing multinational teams and cross-discipline coordination.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships with leadership, clients, staff, and various stakeholders.
• Experience in embedding safety culture and integrating management areas.
• Ability to influence and enhance company performance and culture through strong communication.

Knowledge Areas

• Up-to-date understanding of contemporary and emerging trends in information and document management, including digital transformation technologies.
• Familiar with industry standards such as CFIHOS, BIM ISO19650 and evolving digital transition methodologies.
• Insight into strategic commercial models, corporate governance, decision-making processes, and regulatory environments.
• Ability to navigate and manage cross-cultural relationships effectively.
• Awareness of external market factors and competitor influences impacting strategy and success.

Personal Attributes and Leadership

• Skilled in establishing effective cross-cultural relationships at all organizational levels.
• Encourages open communication and feedback among customers and stakeholders.
• Excellent strategic verbal, visual, and written communication skills.
• Forward-thinking with the ability to visualize broader organizational goals.
• Committed to fostering a positive, customer-focused, goal-oriented culture.
• Role model for ethical conduct and compliance with laws, company policies, and codes of conduct.
• Drives teamwork, enthusiasm, and continuous performance improvements while eliminating counterproductive attitudes.
• Accountable for talent recruitment, development, performance management, and ensuring team competency.

Additional Information

• Industry Focus: Experience in both brownfield and greenfield projects within onshore and offshore oil and gas sectors is valued.
• Diversity: The employer fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from varied backgrounds without discrimination.
• Benefits: Competitive salary with regular reviews, life insurance covering twice the base salary up to QAR 1 million, end of service gratuity following Qatar labor law, medical insurance covering up to QAR 250,000 with provisions for chronic conditions, employee assistance program supporting mental, physical, social, and financial well-being, reimbursement for one professional membership annually relevant to role or development plan, and access to a global professional network.