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Director of IT Infrastructure - Military Veterans

at Mortenson

SUMMARY

The Director of IT Infrastructure is a strategic leadership role for providing strategic planning, direction, innovation, and overall execution of IT Infrastructure technologies to support Mortenson's mission to 'inspire what's possible'. The Director of Infrastructure is accountable for the delivery of IT Infrastructure related projects and operations used to enable business capabilities and services. This role will drive transformational change by developing and aligning the operational strategy and service offerings to align with the business strategy. This position will report to the CIO and will serve as a key member of the IT leadership team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Set the mission, vision, and strategy of the Infrastructure team to maximize the success of business and IT enterprise initiatives.
  • Create and align the technology roadmap and strategies by connecting business outcomes with the future-state business capabilities required to achieve them.
  • Introduce innovative, differentiating infrastructure and operations capabilities that enhance our overall competitive capabilities and enhance employee productivity.
  • Build successful stakeholder relationships with other IT and business leaders by developing a clear understanding of business needs, acting as a trusted partner, and ensuring cost-effective delivery of IT services to meet those needs.
  • Focus on Operational Excellence, Business Engagement, Planning, and Cost Management that includes communication and transparency.
  • Collaborate with the Information Security team to ensure Infrastructure contributes to, embraces, and applies security strategy.
  • Operate in a formal governance mechanism to establish and monitor effective controls for the processes and functions performed by Infrastructure team.
  • Develop and control the annual budget to ensure that it's consistent with the overall strategic objectives of IT and the enterprise and is within plan. Creates a culture of continuous cost optimization.
  • Direct the development of an Infrastructure sourcing strategy and provide executive oversight for strategic vendor and partner relationship management.
  • Continuously evaluate the business value of Infrastructure, including the use of metrics such as Key Performance Indicators, Outcome Driven Metrics and Objectives and Key Results.
  • Work with HR and the IT leadership team to develop and execute workforce plans that ensure Infrastructure team can supply skilled resources to meet demand.
  • Work collaboratively with direct reports to support their career progression, nurture their development and to help them realize their potential.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, business administration, or related field
  • Experience and knowledge with Infrastructure & Operation technologies included but not limited to cloud services, on-premises datacenters, databases, SANs, backup operations LAN/WAN/internet networking telecommunications, videoconferencing and unified communication and collaboration
  • 10 or more years of experience in an IT leadership role
  • Experience and knowledge of security environments included but not limited to end-point protection, on-premises perimeter and datacenter security and cloud security.
  • Proven experience driving transformational change.
  • Experience managing and planning a complex operating budget
  • Proven record of effective leadership, including the ability to develop and communicate an Infrastructure vision that inspires and motivates team members and aligns with the IT and business strategy, balance team and individual responsibilities, build teams and consensus, and get things done through others even not directly under his/her supervision
  • Excellent business acumen and interpersonal skills; able to work with Business at a senior level to influence and effect change to achieve common goals
  • Effective influencing and negotiation skills in complex environments where resources required for success may not be in direct control of this role
  • Ability to travel occasionally - approximately10%


A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $166,000 - $250,400. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

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Please make note:
  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let's Redefine Possible®

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note
  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Minneapolis, MN

Mortenson

At Mortenson, we’re builders at heart. As a top builder, developer, and EPC in the U.S., our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. With over 6,000 team members and $5.5 billion in annual revenue, we are working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Yet, working at Mortenson is much more than a job. We’ve received over 34 best workplace awards in the last five years and our team members inspire what’s possible every day – whether for our customers, our community, or our company.

 We are fortunate to have Veterans who have brought their dedication, discipline, and leadership skills to Mortenson. This includes our Chairman and owner David Mortenson, a US Navy veteran. Their unique experiences and perspectives have enriched our company in countless ways and further our shared values to build for the greater good. Our Mortenson values echo many principles from the military:

·         We value honesty and doing the right thing – even when no one is watching.

·         We believe the world is what we make it and leadership capability is within all of us.

·         We put others before ourselves and enable them to achieve their very best.

Veterans at Mortenson

Being a Veteran is a special badge of honor we greatly respect. We are committed to providing resources and support to help retired and transitioning active-duty service members achieve their career goals.

At Mortenson, Veterans will discover:

•         An industry leading safety culture – we believe it is an obligation to work safe and our Zero Injuries safety program drives safety excellence with all of our team members

•         A diverse, team-based environment focused on supporting the customer, building up our local communities and lifting others up to help them succeed

•         Accredited apprenticeship programs – maximize GI Bill benefits to reduce Veteran out-of-pocket costs for continuing education

•         A commitment to innovation and continuous improvement – including voices of team members in the field and ultimately making their jobs easier and safer

•         Competitive pay and benefits

Through the Veteran’s Business Resource Group (BRG) at Mortenson, Veterans can connect and engage with other veterans and team members while developing their skills and gaining a unique connection to the company. The BRG provides Veterans the opportunity to:

·         Create comradery and connections to enhance veteran leadership experience and capabilities

·         Share stories, experiences and journeys during time of service

·         Further the shared esprit de corps from our service to maximize the experience at Mortenson

·         Work together to foster a work environment that is attractive to other veterans seeking employment in our industry

How to Apply

Start by checking out our open roles on the right side of this page to learn more and to apply. Once you click ‘Apply Now’, Mortenson will receive a notification with your information.

Please make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile to be considered. Once we review your resume and profile, a Mortenson recruiter will reach out to you to provide more information and to schedule an interview if there is a potential fit with the open role.

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