Director of IT

Job Details

OVERVIEW

The Director of Information Technology is the head of IT for Encore Electric. The Director of IT plays a key leadership role in planning, managing, and improving technology systems that support construction operations, field teams, office staff, cybersecurity, data, and business growth.

Compensation for this Role: $130,000 - $180,000 USD annually, depending on experience

Please note: this role is based full-time at our office in Lakewood, CO.

General Responsibilities

• Maintain open communication lines with all working relationships.
• Follow up to ensure items for which the job is accountable are performed.
• Earn and maintain customer’s trust.
• Uphold the core values of the organization.
• Work well with others to accomplish the mission of the organization and of the job.

Specific Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Strategy, Change, and Execution team to prioritize execution of programs and projects that require information technology.
• Deliver strategic and tactical planning, development, evaluation, change management, and coordination of the communications and information technology systems.
• Ensure field technology solutions are practical, adopted, and improve jobsite execution.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives that improve field productivity, project delivery, and operational efficiency.
• Establish budgetary and performance controls.
• Lead the IT Leadership team and it’s weekly L10 meeting.

Planning

• Maintain and (if necessary, add to) the IT department structure that supports the needs of the business, including field operations, office teams, and company leadership.
• Set and manage IT department goals, priorities, processes, and service expectations.
• Identify practical and cost-effective ways to invest in technology, staffing, software, hardware, and support services.
• Evaluate and communicate risks related to IT systems, projects, vendors, security, and technology investments.
• Help develop, track, and manage IT operating and capital budgets in alignment with company priorities.
• Refine governance processes to prioritize and align IT and construction technology investments with business goals.

Acquisition & Deployment

• Coordinate with stakeholders to define business and systems requirements for new technology implementations.
• Coordinate with the Encore Internal Project steering committee in the project execution and implementation of any project that requires IT.
• Advise leadership on the business impact of technology decisions and investments.
• Review hardware and software acquisition and maintenance contracts and pursue master agreements to capitalize on economies of scale.
• Define and communicate corporate plans, policies, and standards for the organization for acquiring, implementing, and operating IT systems.

Operational Management

• Ensure continuous delivery of IT services through oversight of service level agreements with end users and monitoring of IT systems performance.
• Lead the company’s cybersecurity strategy, including risk management, incident response, compliance, and security awareness.
• Support and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for key systems and technology services.
• Keep current with trends and issues in the IT industry, including current technologies and prices.
• Promote and oversee strategic relationships between internal IT resources and external entities, including government, vendors, and partner organizations.
• Supervise recruitment, development, retention, and organization of all IT staff in accordance with corporate budgetary objectives and personnel policies.
• Ensure IT system operation adheres to applicable laws and regulations.

Knowledge Of

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• IT planning, organization, and development
• Strategic planning and execution
• Business processes, management principles, budgeting, and business office operations
• Organization’s goals and objectives
• Project management principles
• Data processing, hardware platforms, and enterprise software applications
• Computer systems characteristics, features, and integration capabilities
• Systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to day-to-day management
• Applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT
• Human Resource management principles, practices, and procedures

Skill In

• Business acumen and business process design, implementation, and improvement
• Communication, management, and people
• Developing and implementing strategies and plans to help a business reach its goals
• Managing and leading a large team
• Change management
• Written and oral communication
• Interpersonal communication
• Negotiation
• Problem solving
• Service orientation

Ability To

• Be a leader
• Be on-call and work outside of normal business hours periodically
• Apply IT in solving business problems
• Set, review and manage priorities
• Work effectively with leaders in different business units to ensure a comprehensive IT strategy that benefits the entire company
• Present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
• Self-motivate and direct
• Have keen attention to detail
• Be analytical and evaluative
• Motivate in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Physical Requirements

• Driving
• Sitting
• Climbing
• Lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• Standing
• Stooping
• Vision acuity (near and far)
• Walking

Requirements

• Eight years of progressive IT experience, including experience leading IT operations, teams, projects, systems, and vendor relationships.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, information systems, computer science, business, or a related field required. Equivalent combinations of education, certifications, continuing education, and relevant IT and non-IT leadership experience may be considered.
• Experience in the construction industry is required.
• An advanced degree is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Encore Electric provides excellent benefits for our employees, including: medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, and life insurance, employee-matched 401(k), paid time off (PTO), an employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice.
• Encore also provides a generous employee referral program, and access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in house training program.
• This position is eligible for allowances and short-term incentive program.

Applications will close on July 1, 2026 or once role has been filled.

* NO THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS OR RESUMES*

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To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected] .

Encore Electric, Inc. is an EOE, including disability/vets