Job Description

Director of Technology

Job Summary:

The Director of Technology will lead technology-based engineering design projects, primarily focusing on Division 27 (Communications) and Division 28 (Electronic Safety and Security) scopes of work for K-12 and Higher Education facilities. This role involves overseeing project execution, providing technical leadership, and serving as a key liaison between clients (owners) and architectural teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead technology-based engineering design projects from conception to completion.

• Provide technical guidance and expertise to engineering teams and senior management.

• Support organizational objectives by developing and implementing strategic goals and initiatives.

• Identify and implement strategies to improve cost-efficiency in technology solutions and processes.

• Oversee the hiring and management of department staff.

• Lead and manage technology engineering teams.

• Design and develop engineering strategies for technology systems.

• Direct the design process for Communications Technology Construction projects.

• Act as the primary liaison with clients and architectural teams to gather requirements and coordinate project efforts.

Required Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a director-level or similar leadership role.

• Broad knowledge of software engineering principles, languages, frameworks, techniques, and industry trends.

• Experience leading significant organizational change initiatives, including change management and integrating teams across different business units or locations.

• Experience designing and managing an effective IT governance framework covering the spectrum of IT service delivery.

Desired Attributes/Skills:

• Strong departmental leadership skills with experience in strategic planning, goal setting, process development, and cost estimating.

• Ability to create opportunities for professional development within technology teams.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking abilities.

• Proven problem-solving aptitude.

• Solid understanding of cutting-edge technology system trends and the ability to align innovation with business goals.

• Strong communication skills, capable of conveying technical topics in easily understandable business terms.

• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional internal teams and external partners.

• Strategic thinking skills, including identifying new opportunities, driving clarity, creating focus, and making decisions in complex and dynamic environments.

• Ability to research and identify new technologies to solve complex business issues.
  
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  Chuck Hennemann