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The CDE Manager will be responsible for the administration and governance of the Common Data Environment (CDE) for the Program/Interface Support Consultant (PISC) services of the Expo 2030 Riyadh programme, ensuring that all programme information, models and deliverables are shared, reviewed, published and archived in a structured, secure and traceable manner, in line with ISO 19650 and the Client’s requirements.

The Role will ensure the integration between the CDE, Autodesk Construction Cloud and Coreworx, so that design outputs, Interface Control Forms (ICF), Interface Close-out Certificates (ICC) and supporting evidence are fully traceable throughout the programme lifecycle.

·Administer the Client-designated CDE (expected to be Aconex) for the PISC team, including folder structures, naming conventions, status codes (WIP, Shared, Published, Archived), metadata and workflows, in line with the Client’s Systems Landscape.

·Contribute to the Gap Analysis Report on CDE processes and systems, identifying gaps and proposing improvements.

·Define and implement CDE workflows and procedures within the PISC BIM Execution Plan, aligned with the Client’s EIR and Programme-wide BIM Execution Strategy.

·Ensure that models, snapshots and documents referenced in ICFs and ICCs are published on the CDE with EDMS numbering and controlled revisions.

·Define the links between the CDE, Coreworx, Autodesk Construction Cloud, the federated model and the Master Data Set (common IDs, exports, integrations), avoiding parallel registers.

·Manage user accounts, roles and permissions for the PISC team and external parties on the CDE and ACC, in compliance with the Client’s cybersecurity, data governance and data residency requirements.

·Ensure that Field Design outputs are uploaded on the CDE with traceability to change control and interface closure.

·Support document control of PISC deliverables (Package Execution Plan, Gap Analysis Report, Data Validation Report, progress reports), including transmittals, submittals and review comments.

·Support the integration of the CDE with the Design Review Comment Trackers and the controlled distribution of published information to PMCs, LDCs and International Participants.

·Carry out periodic audits of information quality and compliance on the CDE and report CDE KPIs within the Category A progress reports.

·Support the technical specification, and training of software licences purchased on behalf of the Client.

·Deliver onboarding and training on CDE procedures and platforms, keeping attendance records.

·Support the handover of information (as-built, AIM, O&M data, interface close-out evidence) in line with contractual requirements.

Any additional related and similar activities consistent with the expertise required to complete assigned tasks.

Job Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of ISO 19650 series and information management processes in BIM-enabled programs.
• Advanced knowledge of CDE and document management platforms, in particular Oracle Aconex and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Familiarity with interface management platforms (e.g. Coreworx) and with platform integration (APIs, data exports) is an advantage.
• Good understanding of document control, EDMS numbering, transmittal and approval workflows for design and construction programs.
• Good understanding of BIM processes, EIR, BEP, MIDP/TIDP and information delivery milestones.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel in particular); knowledge of reporting tools such as Power BI is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Information Management or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in information management, document control or CDE administration on large-scale infrastructure or building projects.
• Proven experience in implementing ISO 19650-compliant processes on multi-project programs or giga-projects.
• Previous experience on projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is preferred.
• Experience in working within an international engineering or construction company is preferred.
• Professional certifications in ISO 19650 or Aconex/ACC are considered an asset.

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and strong focus on data quality and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Well-organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks, stakeholders and deadlines.
• Proactive approach with the ability to identify risks and propose solutions early.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams, clients and subcontractors.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in fast-paced project environments.
• Availability to be based on site in Riyadh, in line with the project deployment plan, and to mobilize within short timeframes.
• Strong proficiency in English and Arabic is mandatory.