Director of Information Technology - Chattanooga, TN

Director of Information Technology – Chattanooga, TN Director of Information Technology – Chattanooga, TN

POSITION SUMMARY

The
Director of Information Technology
is responsible for aligning technology, data, and systems with business strategy in a large-scale electrical construction environment. This role is highly operational and service-oriented, with a strong focus on execution and communication. The Director ensures technology supports growth, improves productivity, maintains strong internal controls, and enhances the day-to-day experience for all field and office employees.

POSITION FUNCTIONS

Leadership and Organization

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to the IT and Data Analytics functions, fostering a cohesive, collaborative, and service-driven culture.
• Lead and develop managers across multiple functions within the department, aligning priorities and breaking down silos.
• Continuously assess and strengthen talent, capabilities and structure through development, upskilling, and role evaluation to build a high-performing organization.
• Grow and organize the department to be scalable, disciplined, and aligned with business needs.

Communication and Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted business partner to executive leadership and functional leaders within Service Electric Company and Quanta Services.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with technical teams, non-technical stakeholders, and field leadership.
• Bring teams together around shared goals, priorities, and execution plans.

Technology and Operations

• Ensure reliable, secure, and efficient IT operations supporting a geographically dispersed workforce of 2,000+ field employees.
• Oversee infrastructure, applications, ERP, field systems, and end-user support.
• Coordinate with Quanta Services on cybersecurity.
• Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities where technology can streamline workflows, reduce friction, and improve productivity.
• Drive the mindset of technology as a growth enabler, not overhead.

Data and Analytics

• Oversee the Data Analytics function to ensure timely, accurate, and actionable reporting utilizing various platforms.
• Champion data governance, data quality, and standardized metrics across the organization.
• Enable company leaders with insights that support operational efficiency, financial performance, and strategic decision-making.

Project and Change Management

• Lead or oversee technology and data initiatives from concept through execution working closely with leaders within Service Electric Company and Quanta Services.
• Establish disciplined project management

Public Company Standards and Compliance

• Ensure IT systems and processes support SOX compliance and strong internal controls.
• Partner closely with Finance, Internal Audit, and external auditors.
• Document, test, and continuously improve IT controls and processes.
• Maintain appropriate security, access controls, and segregation of duties.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including managing supervisory employees, required.
• Experience in a
  public company environment
  , with direct exposure to SOX and internal controls, required.
• Proven ability to lead operationally focused IT organizations, required.
• Strong background overseeing enterprise systems, infrastructure, and analytics, required.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects and driving change, required.
• Experience in construction, engineering, or industrial services, preferred.
• Exposure to ERP systems and field workforce technologies, preferred.
• Formal project management experience or certification, preferred.
• Experience scaling IT organizations in growing companies, preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and ability to align executives, managers, and frontline employees
• Exceptional organization skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong project management skills, capable of handling multiple projects concurrently with good time management.
• Ability to build and foster relationships with team members.
• Ability to…