Senior Project Manager – ECM & Archiving Solutions

Senior Project Manager – ECM & Archiving Solutions

Dubai, UAE | Full-Time
Immediate / Short Notice Preferred

Role Overview:

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager with strong domain experience in ECM and Enterprise Archiving to lead complex digital transformation initiatives.

This role requires a deep understanding of enterprise content ecosystems, including content lifecycle management, records management, archiving strategies, and compliance frameworks. The candidate should be capable of managing end-to-end ECM implementations integrated with enterprise applications.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver Enterprise Content Management (ECM) and Archiving projects across industries
Manage full project lifecycle from initiation, planning, execution to delivery and support transition
Drive implementation of solutions involving:
Content lifecycle management
Records management & compliance
Enterprise archiving strategies (structured & unstructured data)
Collaborate with solution architects, consultants, and client stakeholders to ensure alignment with business requirements
Oversee integrations with enterprise applications such as: SAP, Oracle, Microsoft (SharePoint, Azure), and other line-of-business systems
Ensure adherence to information governance, regulatory compliance, and security standards
Manage project risks, dependencies, and change requests effectively
Track and report project progress, KPIs, and delivery metrics to internal and external stakeholders
Coordinate with vendors, partners, and third-party technology providers
Support pre-sales activities, including effort estimation, solution approach, and project planning

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of project management experience, with a strong focus on ECM and Archiving solutions
Proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale ECM implementations
Hands-on experience with one or more platforms:
OpenText (Content Suite, Extended ECM, Archive Center)
Microsoft SharePoint / SharePoint Online
Other ECM platforms (Documentum, Alfresco, etc.)
Strong understanding of:
Enterprise Information Management (EIM) principles
Document & content lifecycle management
Records management and retention policies
Archiving strategies for compliance and performance optimization
Experience working with integrated enterprise environments (ERP, CRM, HRMS, etc.)
Strong stakeholder management skills across business and IT teams
Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models
PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent certification (Agile certifications like CSM/PMI-ACP are a plus)