Rockford Construction is looking for a Director of IT who understands construction inside and out, not just someone who manages technology, but someone who speaks the language of job sites, project managers, and field teams.

The ideal candidate is equally a construction management professional and an IT leader, someone who has worked in the industry, understands how projects are built, and knows how to make technology work for construction teams. This person will lead IT strategy, optimize construction, property management, and real estate technology, and ensure that our systems enhance productivity and efficiency across all projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

IT Strategy & Leadership: Develop and execute a technology vision that aligns with the way construction projects are managed and delivered. Provide hands-on IT leadership to construction teams, ensuring technology aligns with field operations and business goals.

Construction Technology Expertise: Lead and optimize construction, property management, and real estate technology solutions by managing and improving Procore (Project & Financial Management, Bidding, Preconstruction), Acumatica, Yardi, and Ironclad, while also evaluating and implementing emerging tools like Outbuild, SyncEzy, and Buildr CRM to enhance operational efficiency.

Power BI & Data Analytics: Ensure seamless data integration and system performance across multiple platforms, working closely with Business Analysts to leverage Power BI, develop and refine dashboards, reports, and insights.

Implementation & Optimization: Ensure full utilization and integration of our existing IT solutions, maximizing their effectiveness across the company, and partnering with department leaders to implement appropriate training.

Job Site & Office Integration: Ensure IT solutions seamlessly support field teams, superintendents, and project managers to keep projects moving efficiently, while capturing and daylighting data to support KPI tracking and business oversight.

Data Management Across Multiple Locations: Oversee the organization, security, and accessibility of company data across job sites, remote offices, and headquarters, ensuring seamless collaboration.

Cybersecurity & Data Protection: Safeguard project data, ensure compliance, and implement IT security best practices tailored to the construction industry.

Infrastructure & Support: Oversee IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, and mobile technology to improve connectivity between office and field operations.

Process Improvement & Digital Transformation: Drive innovation by implementing technology solutions that improve workflows, scheduling, and cost management.

Collaboration with Operations Teams: Work closely with construction leadership to ensure IT decisions support project execution, safety, and efficiency.

Vendor & Budget Management: Evaluate and implement cost-effective IT solutions that maximize ROI and align with our company’s growth and revenue size.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

A minimum of 7 years of experience in IT management or technology leadership roles.

Prior experience in construction management, project management, or operations, with a deep understanding of how construction firms operate.

Proven IT leadership experience, with expertise in construction-specific software and technology solutions.

Hands-on knowledge of how technology impacts job sites, field teams, and project timelines.

Strong ability to evaluate, implement, and optimize IT tools for scheduling, estimating, and project management.

Experience with Power BI, data analytics, and reporting tools, working alongside a Business Analyst to drive insights.

Experience managing data across multiple locations, ensuring accessibility, security, and seamless integration across job sites and offices.

Experience with cybersecurity, cloud computing, and network systems in a construction environment.

Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Rockford offers competitive compensation, 401(k) with company match, comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off including, continued learning and training opportunities, on-site health and wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedules, and access to industry-leading technology. Team members are also provided opportunities to help shape their community for future generations through volunteer time off and opportunities for involvement with local organizations.

Who We Are

At Rockford, we’re not just in the business of creating buildings – we’re creating neighborhoods, businesses and communities and we’re looking for people who are ready to make an impact. Rockford is a nationally recognized construction, development, and property management provider ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the top 200 contractors in the nation. With regional offices in the Midwest and Southeast, we’ve built projects totaling more than $5 billion in varying scope and size, serving education, healthcare, hospitality, multi-unit, mixed-use, senior living, manufacturing and industrial clients. We’re delivering forward-thinking ideas with an approach that’s built on safety, teamwork and a dedication to quality.

Office

The work environment for this position is a typical office environment with occasional construction site visits. When in the office, the physical demands require the ability to sit for long periods of time. Intermittent movement, such as accessing centrally located office equipment, lifting of 35 lbs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing, may be necessary to perform the requirements of this position. Site visits may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction.

Rockford Construction is an equal opportunity employer that supports and subscribes to a policy of nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Rockford Construction will not discriminate based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), height, weight, marital status, military service, partisan consideration, disability, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by applicable federal and state laws.

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