VP, AI Transformation

The Mission

At Compass Datacenters, we aren't just looking for someone to manage software; we are looking for the architect of our "Enterprise Brain." We are evolving from a traditional SaaS-based ERP shop into an agile, AI-first organization. Your mission is to lead the Application teams in building an intelligent orchestration layer that sits on top of our existing tools. You will move us from being a passive consumer of software to an active orchestrator of AI, ensuring our technology strategy delivers exponential efficiency and aligns perfectly with our organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & AI Roadmap Orchestration

* The AI Pivot:
Define and execute the roadmap to transition Compass from passive SaaS consumption to an active AI-orchestration model.

* Exponential Efficiency:
Prioritize and deploy AI use cases that drive radical improvements in ERP workflows across Finance, HR, and Supply Chain.

* Modern Standards:
Set and evolve IT standards for our core stack-including Net Suite, Procore, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)-ensuring every application is managed with an AI-first mindset.

Leadership & Cultural Transformation

* The "Co-Pilot" Model:
Act as the primary evangelist for "AI-First" thinking, moving the IT organization from a ticket-taker mindset to a strategic "co-pilot" partnership with business units.

* Agile Mentorship:
Mentor and grow the IT team to embrace an agile mindset, fostering a culture of continuous delivery and rapid iteration.

* Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with Design, Construction, Innovation, Safety, and Finance to optimize processes and implement scalable, intelligent solutions.

Partner Evolution & Risk Management

* Vendor Accountability:
Shift vendor management from traditional waterfall models to AI-driven performance metrics, holding partners accountable for their generative AI roadmaps.

* Interoperability:
Ensure all external SaaS tools integrate seamlessly with our internal AI stack.

* Operational Excellence:
Maintain high standards for service delivery while managing the risks associated with rapid AI transformation.

JOB EXPERIENCE

Proven Experience

* Transformation Architect:
You have a track record of leading significant digital transformations. You've moved organizations away from "legacy thinking" into modern, automated, or AI-driven environments.

* Ecosystem Expertise:
You have deep, hands-on familiarity with enterprise platforms (ideally Net Suite, Procore, or ACC) and understand how to extract value from them beyond their out-of-the-box features.

* AI Implementation:
You can demonstrate instances where you have successfully integrated AI or advanced automation into business workflows to solve real-world problems.

* Leadership Performance:
You have a history of building high-performing teams, mentoring technical talent, and successfully managing stakeholders at the executive level.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

The AI-First Mindset

* The "Enterprise Brain" Visionary:
You see software not as a destination, but as a data source for a larger, more intelligent system.

* Agile & Adaptable:
You thrive in ambiguity and prefer iterative progress over rigid, multi-year waterfall plans.

* Business-Centric:
You speak the language of Finance, Construction, and HR. You view technology as a tool to solve business problems, not an end in itself.

* Radical Curiosity:
You are constantly learning and experimenting with the latest in AI/ML and Generative AI/LLM orchestration to stay ahead of the curve.

This description is intended to reflect the primary functions of the job.

However, it is not an all-inclusive listing.

Further, the job description is subject to change at the discretion of management.