Vice President, Office of the Chief Information Officer

Overview:
We would like to inform all staffing agencies that, for the recruitment of this position, we will not be engaging external agency support. This decision is part of our strategic approach to manage our hiring processes internally. We kindly request that agencies refrain from reaching out regarding this job opportunity, as we are committed to utilizing our internal resources to identify the best candidates for this role. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

 

 

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging its core construction management services with vertical service lines that include real estate capital investment, design, self-perform construction services, technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies) and innovation research/development.

 

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $5.0 billion in annual revenue, 2,600 employees, and main offices in Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. Suffolk manages some of the most complex, sophisticated projects in the country, serving clients in every major industry sector, including healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, government, mission critical and commercial. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit  and follow Suffolk on , , , , and .

 

Summary:

 

The Vice President, Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) is a critical senior IT executive and trusted partner to the CIO and Suffolk Management Committee, responsible for leading cross-functional management of enterprise information and technology. This role partners with the CIO to build enterprise IT strategy, governance, program delivery, and performance management and will develop methodologies and tools to optimize I&T operations.

 

Additionally, the VP ensures alignment between IT governance and performance, manages IT finance, workforce, and external suppliers, and incubates emerging IT capabilities such as the product operating model, innovation management, and digital transformation. The position requires a strategic focus on "doing the right things" and "doing things right," driving continuous improvement, and directly supporting critical enterprise-wide initiatives while partnering closely with business and IT leadership.

Responsibilities:
Primary Responsibilities:

 

Partner with the CIO to provide enterprise technology vision, strategy, and delivery with a bias towards action, ensuring IT initiatives align with business objectives through multi-year roadmaps.

Embed sustainable IT practices into technology roadmaps supporting ESG commitments.

Develop agile, lightweight governance frameworks that ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and maintain flexibility.

Oversee IT policies, performance management frameworks, and risk evaluation processes.

Create program delivery frameworks to manage the I&T program and project portfolio, prioritizing initiatives based on business value and strategic goals and measuring enterprise value creation.

Lead and monitor change management efforts to support digital transformation and adoption of new technologies.

Implement continuous improvement programs and encourage a learning culture by franchising I&T capabilities across the enterprise.

Promote adaptable operating models (e.g., DevOps, Agile) to swiftly respond to changing business needs.

Establish enterprise frameworks to manage I&T vendor relationships, optimize supplier performance, and ensure strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

Nurture IT workforce strategy, including talent sourcing, training, and leadership development to foster long-term growth.

Facilitate strategic alignment between IT and business units through workshops and collaborative efforts.

Stay informed on market trends and emerging technologies to integrate relevant innovations into IT strategy and operations.

Direct the preparation, consolidation, and ongoing administration of IT budgets and business plans.

Lead an ongoing technology cost optimization program for the enterprise.

Monitor IT costs and value to provide executives with insights on the financial impact of technology initiatives.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

 

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, engineering, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)

15+ years of IT practitioner and business/industry experience

10+ years of team management and leadership experience

Experience managing cross-functional teams and complex projects and collaborating with senior-level executives

 Knowledge: 

Strong leadership skills with a track record of team development

Expertise in budget planning, financial and workforce management

Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and their business applications

Proven innovation track record

Ability to improve operational efficiency and service delivery within IT

Strong communication skills, including translating technical solutions into business terms

Expertise in IT strategic planning, governance, and organizational change management

Business-minded, strong communicator, and credible with executives

Analytical problem solver and big-picture thinker

Advanced IT proficiency

 

Working Conditions:

 

Travel required: 10% (Domestic and occasionally international)

Telecommuting option: Hybrid (4 days in office per week)

 

Primary Contacts:

 

CIO

IT leadership team and staff

Enterprise executive leadership team

CTO

VP, Data Analytics

VP, Platform

Business unit and function executives

External vendors and technology leaders

 

 

Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

EEO Statement:
Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law.  This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.