Director of Information Technology

• Role is onsite in Chicago , IL but open to anyone that is willing to relocate within US.
• Client is not looking to sponsor any Visa
• 5-10 years of Experience in the construction industry is a must have

The Director of IT will lead and oversee the strategy, design, implementation, and management of the organization's growing IT/OT infrastructure. This role is crucial in ensuring a robust, scalable, secure, and efficient technology environment that supports projects and business operations and drives innovation. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership skills, deep technical expertise, and a proven track record of managing complex IT systems and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic vision for IT infrastructure to align with organizational goals and objectives.
• Lead and manage teams responsible for user systems (M365) networks, servers, storage, cloud services, data centers, and control centers.
• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems to ensure reliability, scalability, and security.
• Build and maintain relationships with key technology vendors and partners.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in cybersecurity and data protection.
• Manage budgets, optimize resource allocation, and deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and trends to identify opportunities for innovation and automation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure IT infrastructure supports overall business objectives effectively.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in IT infrastructure roles, including demonstrated leadership in managing enterprise-scale IT and OT environments.
• Knowledge and experience with NERC CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) standards and compliance requirements, including audits and risk mitigation.

Required Skills:

• Proven expertise in Designing and implementing hybrid cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform).
• Proven expertise in Deploying and managing advanced global networks, including software-defined networking (SDN), edge computing, and multi-region architectures.
• Proven expertise in Managing virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and containerization platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
• Proven expertise in Administering enterprise network architectures, including SD-WAN, VPNs, advanced routing protocols, and global load balancing.
• Proven expertise in Designing and supporting OT Infrastructure for industrial systems, such as SCADA, DCS, or other mission-critical operational environments.
• Proven expertise in Leading large-scale migration projects such as cloud adoption, data center modernization, or network transformation.
• Proficiency in automation and Infrastructure-as-Code.
• Strong knowledge of ITIL processes, including Service Delivery and Change Management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and optimize IT budgets exceeding $10M annually.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a history of building, mentoring, and scaling high-performing technical teams.
• Adept at fostering collaboration between IT and business units to drive innovation and achieve strategic goals.

Pay range and compensation package

The anticipated salary range for this position is ($175,000-$215,000). Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. A range of medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, bonus and/or other benefits are available.