Information Management Lead - ALTO

SYSTRA

$90K — $120K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Management, IT, Construction Management, Library/Information Science, or similar field; Master's degree is a plus.
  • 10+ years of experience in information management or related fields, particularly in infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of ISO 19650 and information management principles.
  • Proven experience in developing governance frameworks and classification systems.
  • Knowledge of digital systems like BIM, GIS, EDMS, and PMIS; familiarity with digital twin information concepts.
  • Professional certifications in BIM or information management are advantageous.
  • Bilingual proficiency in French and English. Internal communications with stakeholders require clear language skills.

Responsibilities

  • Define and lead the information management strategy for the ALTO high-speed rail project.
  • Establish and maintain governance frameworks and standards for information management.
  • Develop metadata structures, naming conventions, and classification systems.
  • Ensure information practices meet project delivery and lifecycle requirements.
  • Lead quality assurance to guarantee accuracy and consistency of information.
  • Ensure compliance with ISO standards and relevant data protection requirements.
  • Gather stakeholder information needs and translate them into governance rules.

Benefits

  • Engage in one of Canada's largest infrastructure projects, influencing national mobility and sustainability.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.
  • Play a key role in revolutionizing the railway industry in Canada.
  • Contribute to enhancing the quality of life and economic growth for communities.
  • Collaborate closely with diverse teams, enhancing professional growth and expertise.
Full Job Description

Context

Join SYSTRA Canada in shaping the future of Canada with this impressive ALTO high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City to Toronto, the largest infrastructure project in Canada in generations.

The ALTO high-speed rail project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities, and stimulate economic growth.

Are you convinced that a more sustainable world is possible and that mobility is an integral part of thinking about the future of our planet? Come aboard with SYSTRA Canada and be part of the project that will revolutionize the railway industry in Canada!

Missions/Main Duties

The Information Management Lead is responsible for defining, implementing, and governing the project information management framework. The role ensures that information is structured, controlled, compliant, and aligned with delivery, operational, and stakeholder requirements across the asset lifecycle.

This position provides leadership on information governance, standards, quality assurance, metadata, information architecture, and compliance, while working closely with project, design, digital, and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and lead the information management strategy for the project or program
  • Establish and maintain information governance frameworks, standards, and protocols
  • Develop and oversee metadata structures, naming conventions, classification systems, and information architecture
  • Ensure alignment of information practices with project delivery requirements and lifecycle needs
  • Lead information quality assurance processes to verify completeness, consistency, traceability, and accuracy
  • Ensure compliance with applicable standards, including ISO 19650, and relevant data protection and security requirements
  • Gather and translate stakeholder information requirements into clear governance rules and delivery processes
  • Oversee how information is structured across connected environments such as BIM, GIS, EDMS, PMIS, and asset information systems
  • Lead audits, reviews, and reporting related to information management performance and compliance
  • Identify information risks and define mitigation measures
  • Support digital adoption and change management related to information management practices
  • Provide guidance and subject matter expertise to delivery teams and stakeholders
Profile/Skills

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Management, Information Technology, Construction Management, Library/Information Science, or a related discipline. A Master's degree is an asset.

Years of experience: 10+ years of relevant experience in information management, digital delivery, document control governance, or related disciplines within complex infrastructure or capital projects.

Technical competencies:

  • Strong knowledge of ISO 19650 and information management principles
  • Experience developing and implementing:
    • information governance frameworks
    • metadata and classification systems
    • naming conventions
    • information quality controls
    • compliance and audit processes
  • Understanding of information structures across BIM, GIS, EDMS, PMIS, and related digital systems
  • Familiarity with digital handover, asset information requirements, and digital twin information principles
  • Knowledge of data protection, information security, and controlled access environments
  • Relevant professional certification in BIM, information management, project delivery, or related disciplines is an asset
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English*

* Reasons for requiring bilingualism:You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, communicating effectively in their preferred language and facilitating strategic meetings.

Personal and soft skills:

  • Strategic and structured thinking
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Ability to translate governance requirements into practical implementation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Leadership and change management skills
  • Ability to work across multidisciplinary and multi-stakeholder environments.

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