Director, Information Technology

Overview:

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Director of Information Technology to lead our IT department. The ideal candidate will have a strategic vision for technology and a passion for innovation, AI, and automation. This role requires a deep understanding of Microsoft technologies and cybersecurity, as well as the ability to manage and inspire a diverse team of IT professionals.

Responsibilities:

Key Attributes:

• Strategic Vision: Ability to contribute to and implement a long-term technology strategy that aligns with the company’s goals.
• Innovation: Passion for leveraging new technologies, including AI and automation, to drive business improvements.
• Microsoft Technologies: Proficiency in Microsoft technologies and their application in a business environment.
• Cybersecurity: Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to protect the company’s information assets.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate activities of staff engaged in computer and information systems operations, including information security, hardware configuration, local and wide area networks, BIM/CAD and general application software, management information systems software, internet and intranet applications, website hosting, and hardware and software maintenance.
• Develops strategy for Information Technology/Information Systems (IT/IS) team and partner with Operations, Project Technology, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) personnel.
• Develop policies for computer and information systems operations and serve as the primary communication link between Executive/Corporate Management and IT/IS to ensure the group understands the technology for informed decision-making.
• Responsible for technical master planning including continuous improvement, automation (including AI), and integration of international and domestic offices.
• Develop long-range plans for system configuration, network operations, training programs, and strategic initiatives with respect to technology application.
• Develop and monitor the annual technology budget; authorize expenditures for hardware and software.
• Analyze data to trace recurrent computer and information systems problems and implement cost-effective solutions.
• Work with Corporate, Operations Management, and Technical Specialists on the evaluation, recommendation, and purchase of software.
• Oversight of Product Management Teams that are responsible for deploying and optimizing IT products (i.e. Microsoft) throughout the organization.
• Consult with IT/IS consultants, software and hardware vendors, and users as required.
• Travel required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of direct experience, with at least five (5) years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Knowledge and experience in system hardware configuration, application software, and administration of computer networks and information systems.
• Knowledge of Architectural and Engineering Consulting Operations preferred.
• Salary Range: $180,000 - $200,000/year based on experience.
• Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), opportunities for professional development and training, generous PTO & paid holidays.