Director of Information Technology

The Director of Information Technology will lead the strategic direction, implementation, and management of information technology at Nexus Engineering Group. This role is responsible for ensuring that IT initiatives align with company-wide goals, optimizing technology investments, and delivering systems that enhance productivity, efficiency, and security. The IT Director will collaborate with leadership, department heads, and end-users to drive value through technology while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Key responsibilities include overseeing IT strategy, budgeting, vendor management, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and employee training. This role will also ensure that information systems, network services, and applications are continuously optimized to support business operations and future growth.

• Ensure IT strategy and initiatives align with company-wide business goals.
• Develop and manage the IT budget, collaborating with the CFO, COO, and Department Heads.
• Establish and enforce IT policies, including cybersecurity, system management, and employee technology use.
• Oversee contract negotiations with IT vendors to optimize cost and service.
• Communicate IT costs, value, risks, and performance to management through KPI dashboards.
• Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Ensure compliance with client IT security requirements and industry regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in technology systems.

• Lead and manage IT infrastructure, ensuring system reliability, scalability, and performance.
• Optimize information systems and applications, including licensing, versioning, and system administration.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity measures to protect company and client data.
• Support engineering software (AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley Systems, Primavera P6) and ensure seamless integration across project management tools.
• Provide IT support for remote teams, mobile users, and field engineers.
• Oversee IT support services, ensuring timely resolution of hardware, software, and network issues.
• Develop employee training programs to enhance adoption and effective use of IT systems.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies to improve workflow efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
• Improve IT automation and integration to streamline processes and enhance cross-departmental collaboration.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of leadership and management experience in a professional services industry.
• 10+ years managing IT in a professional services or engineering-focused environment.
• Experience managing engineering software and supporting project-based work.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong strategic planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Cybersecurity expertise, including risk management and incident response.
• Excellent communication skills for executive reporting and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to lead vendor negotiations and contract management.
• Customer service mindset to ensure IT delivers value across the organization.

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Why Nexus?

Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.

At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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