Director of IT

About the role

The Director of IT will oversee the technical operations of the construction business, ensuring all systems and applications support our field and office goals. This role is responsible for the "boots on the ground" management of hardware, security, and internal software, while acting as the primary liaison with our external help desk (Athens Micro).

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for Managed Service Provider, reviewing help desk tickets to identify recurring technical issues or training gaps.
• Evaluate and select technology vendors, managing relationships and negotiating contracts to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Verify that all hardware and equipment purchases are technically sound and suited for specific construction environments. Implement a robust asset tracking system for all company hardware and software licenses.
• Develop and monitor the annual IT budget, tracking expenditures and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Assess security threats and maintain robust measures to protect sensitive company and project data. Lead CMMC certification efforts and ensure compliance with Federal, DOD, and DOE standards.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends and evaluate their potential for improving operational efficiency.
• Establish and enforce SOPs to streamline technical operations and ensure consistent performance. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and lead resolution efforts to minimize downtime and disruptions.
• Ensure superintendents and field crews have reliable data access on-site, including the deployment and maintenance of mobile hotspots and ruggedized hardware.
• Maintain and provide internal support for the company’s core software stack, including project management and estimating suites (HCSS HeavyJob/HeavyBid, Primavera P6), contract management platforms (ContractSafe), accounting packages (Viewpoint Vista) and standard enterprise tools (Windows, Microsoft 365/Office).
• Identify team training needs and lead educational sessions to ensure employees are proficient in company software.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in technical operations, infrastructure management, or a similar role.
• Experience in Federal, DOD, and DOE compliance, including CMMC certifications.
• Experience and comfort in communicating and negotiating with C-Level Executives.
• The ability to speak IT to end users that may not speak IT.
• 10+ years’ experience organizing, leading, and developing people within successful teams.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• U.S. Citizen
• Participate in pre-employment and random drug screening program
• Subject to a background screening process

Benefits

• C.A. Murren offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K match.
• We have a structured career development plan to support long-term growth.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position based out of our Grayson, GA office.