Head of IT Applications
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Overview
Egis is a global organisation with over 20,000 employees worldwide.
With our head office based in Paris, we offer global career opportunities, as well as offer rewarding careers for our people locally.
Egis is an organisation with a capacity to make meaningful industry and community change in the space of place-making, sustainability and creating connected cities.
Different to other engineering firms, Egis offers true end-to-end capability across the entire design-to-operation lifecycle, offering advisory, architecture, engineering, design, asset management and operations services.
We are committed to creating great teams doing innovative work and would love
you
to join us to
Impact the Future.
Job Description
- We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of IT Applications to lead our applications management function in Lusail, Qatar.
- In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee the entire IT applications portfolio, driving digital transformation initiatives and ensuring alignment with organizational business objectives.
- You will manage a talented team of IT professionals while optimizing application performance, managing vendor relationships, and implementing innovative technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency across the organization.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive IT applications strategy that aligns with organizational goals and supports business growth initiatives
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of applications professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence
- Oversee the full lifecycle of enterprise applications, including planning, implementation, maintenance, and optimization
- Analyze current application portfolio and identify opportunities for modernization, consolidation, and cost optimization
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure optimal service delivery and value for money
- Establish and enforce IT governance frameworks, policies, and standards for application development and deployment
- Direct digital transformation projects and ensure successful adoption of new technologies across the organization
- Monitor application performance metrics and implement improvements to enhance system reliability and user satisfaction
- Prepare and manage IT applications budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and cost control
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices to maintain competitive advantage
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of experience in IT applications management and enterprise systems
- Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience managing IT teams and departments
- Proven expertise in enterprise application portfolio management and IT service delivery
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems, CRM platforms, and cloud-based technologies
- Demonstrated experience with digital transformation initiatives and organizational change management
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
- Strong project management capabilities with experience delivering complex IT initiatives
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in IT governance frameworks and best practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or ITIL certification
- Experience with IT financial management and budget optimization
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and application security best practices
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices
- Experience in a multinational or global organization
- Background in business process optimization and systems integration
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