Vice President of Technology

Job Description

Job Description

Vice President of Technology

BSI Engineering

The Vice President of Technology is responsible for developing and executing BSI Engineering's enterprise technology strategy in support of the company's growth, operational excellence, and long-term business objectives. As a member of the executive leadership team, this individual will align technology investments, systems, data, and infrastructure with organizational priorities while ensuring secure, efficient, and scalable operations across the business. The Vice President of Technology will continuously identify opportunities to leverage technology, automation, and process improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, improve scalability, and deliver measurable business value.

This role oversees all aspects of technology, including enterprise applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data governance, business intelligence, digital transformation, and technology-enabled process improvement. The Vice President of Technology will partner closely with executive leadership and business leaders to identify opportunities where technology, automation, and emerging innovations can improve performance, enhance decision-making, and create sustainable competitive advantage.

The ideal candidate is an entrepreneurial and business-minded technology leader who combines strong technical expertise with strategic vision. They possess the ability to quickly learn complex business operations, optimize the use of enterprise systems, and lead initiatives that improve efficiency, strengthen data integrity, and support continued growth. Modern technology leadership experience, including artificial intelligence, automation, and cybersecurity governance, is essential.

This position reports to President and directly manages the Operations Information Technology lane and the Digital Technology Project Delivery & Applications lane.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive technology roadmap that aligns with BSI's strategic objectives, supports scalable growth, and enables operational excellence across the organization.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, providing guidance on technology investments, emerging trends, business risks, and opportunities to improve organizational performance through technology.
• Lead the evaluation, implementation, optimization, integration, and lifecycle management of enterprise applications and technology platforms to ensure the organization maximizes the value of its technology investments and operates using efficient, well-designed business processes.
• Champion digital transformation initiatives that streamline workflows, eliminate inefficiencies, improve user experience, and increase organizational productivity.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, automation, agentic technologies, and advanced analytics, where they provide measurable business value and improve operational effectiveness
• Establish and maintain strong cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, disaster recovery, and business continuity programs that protect company systems, intellectual property, client data, and business operations.
• Develop and maintain data governance standards that promote data accuracy, integrity, accessibility, security, and consistency across the organization while supporting reporting, analytics, and informed decision-making.
• Direct the management of technology infrastructure, cloud services, enterprise applications, vendor relationships, contracts, and managed service providers to ensure reliable and cost-effective operations.
• Lead technology budgeting, resource planning, and investment decisions with a focus on business value, return on investment, and alignment with company priorities.
• Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing technology team while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and exceptional service.
• Monitor technology performance, establish meaningful metrics, and ensure systems, platforms, and support services consistently meet the needs of the business.
• Lead the prioritization, governance, and execution of the organization's technology portfolio, ensuring projects, initiatives, and investments are aligned with strategic business priorities and deliver measurable value.
• Ensure technology services, systems, and support functions consistently deliver a high-quality user experience and meet the evolving needs of the business.
• Ensure technology infrastructure, platforms, and resources are scalable and appropriately aligned to support the organization's current and future growth requirements.
• Develop and execute a scalable technology and infrastructure approach that effectively integrates BSI’s existing regional offices in Mason, Ohio; Oak Brook, Illinois; and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, while establishing repeatable standards, systems, and support capabilities for expansion into new geographic markets.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. Relevant executive-level certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CGEIT, TOGAF, ITIL, PMP, or similar credentials are highly valued.
• 15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a senior technology leadership role (VP, Director, CIO, or equivalent).
• Proven success developing and executing enterprise technology strategies that support business growth, operational excellence, scalability, and organizational performance.
• Demonstrated experience leading digital transformation initiatives, enterprise system optimization, and technology-enabled business process improvement.
• Hands-on experience overseeing enterprise applications, cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud technologies, systems integration, data governance, and business intelligence environments.
• Experience evaluating and implementing emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, automation, and advanced analytics, to improve productivity and business outcomes.
• Demonstrated success building, leading, and developing high-performing technology teams while effectively managing third-party vendors, consultants, and managed service providers.
• Proven ability to partner with executive leadership to align technology investments with business objectives, drive organizational change, and deliver measurable return on investment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience within a privately held, growth-oriented engineering, consulting, industrial, manufacturing, architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC), or professional services organization.
• Familiarity with project-based business models and the technology ecosystems that support project delivery, resource planning, financial management, and operational performance.
• Experience leading technology strategy in a multi-office or geographically dispersed organization.
• Demonstrated experience integrating established regional offices and building the technology infrastructure, operating standards, and support model needed to launch and scale new regional offices.
• Willingness and ability to travel periodically to BSI’s regional offices to build trusted relationships, understand local operations and office-specific challenges, and ensure technology solutions and support are responsive to each office’s needs.
• Working knowledge of engineering and professional services platforms such as Deltek Vantagepoint, Autodesk products, project lifecycle management systems, CRM platforms, and business intelligence tools.
• Experience developing enterprise data governance programs and leveraging analytics to improve decision-making and business performance.
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, systems integrations, or rapid organizational growth initiatives.
• Familiarity with accountability and operating frameworks such as EOS and the technology processes that support organizational execution and transparency.

Position Details
This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be necessary as needs dictate for an executive role. This position is eligible for teleworking, a hybrid schedule of three (3) required in-office days and up to two (2) days from home after successful completion of onboarding and training period. This position is based out of our Mason, OH office located at 5191 Natorp Blvd, Mason, OH 45040.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY PROFILE

Leadership Competency

What We’re Looking For

Strategic Technology Leadership

Aligns technology strategy, systems architecture, and digital investments with BSI's growth objectives, operational priorities, and long-term business goals. Anticipates future technology needs and develops scalable solutions that support continued expansion and operational excellence.

Business Acumen & Operational Excellence

Understands the business beyond technology and demonstrates the ability to learn BSI's operations, project delivery model, and client needs. Identifies opportunities to optimize processes, eliminate inefficiencies, and maximize the value of technology investments across the enterprise.

Digital Transformation & Innovation

Leads the organization in identifying and implementing technology-enabled improvements that streamline operations, reduce complexity, and improve business performance. Champions innovation while maintaining a practical focus on business value, adoption, and measurable outcomes.

AI, Automation & Emerging Technology

Evaluates emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, automation, and agentic solutions, with a focus on improving productivity, decision-making, service delivery, and operational efficiency. Establishes appropriate governance and adoption strategies that balance innovation with risk management.

Financial Stewardship

Approaches technology investments with an ownership mindset. Develops business cases, evaluates return on investment, prioritizes resources effectively, and ensures technology spending delivers measurable value to the organization.

Execution Discipline

Translates technology strategy into actionable plans with clear priorities, measurable outcomes, and accountability. Establishes governance, scorecards, and operating rhythms that ensure initiatives are successfully implemented and sustained.

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Approaches challenges with curiosity, resourcefulness, and a continuous improvement mindset. Seeks opportunities to leverage technology as a strategic advantage, driving smarter business practices, enhanced scalability, and competitive differentiation.

Why Join BSI?

At BSI, our employees are more than team members. They are owners. As an employee-owned company, we all share in the success of the organization and are committed to building a strong future together. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth, development, and well-being. Our culture is built around our BSI Core Values and a shared commitment to creating meaningful impact for our clients, employees, and communities.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Generous performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee ownership and shareholder participation
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Charitable Effort Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Hybrid Schedule – minimum three days per week in the office plus up to 2 days from home
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Our Values:

Be Invested Be Improving Be Innovative Be Impactful Be Involved Be In Demand