Are you passionate about designing solutions that shape vibrant, welcoming communities? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can work on transformative projects with a multi-disciplinary team? We are currently seeking a Director, Innovation & Technology, to join our Corporate Division. This role may be based in any of the following MTE office locations: Kitchener, Burlington, Toronto, or London.
MTE Consultants is a multidisciplinary engineering firm that has been shaping Ontario since 1985 with offices in Kitchener, Burlington, Toronto, London, Kingston, Ottawa, Barrie and Stratford. Our services include civil and structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, building and environmental science, and land surveying.
As a 100% employee-owned company, our growth is driven by our commitment to client satisfaction and shared accountability. We collaborate with clients to enhance the communities where our friends, families, and neighbours live and work.
Responsibilities
Strategy and Innovation
- Lead the development and execution of MTE's innovation, technology, AI, and automation strategy in alignment with organizational priorities.
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and digital solutions that enhance operational efficiency, project delivery, client service, and employee experience.
- Provide Executive Team with business cases and recommendations to support technology investments and innovation initiatives.
- Champion a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and forward-thinking across the organization.
Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation
- Define and maintain MTE's AI and automation strategy, translating emerging technologies into practical business opportunities and measurable outcomes.
- Lead innovation and digital transformation initiatives from concept through implementation, including pilot programs, evaluation, and scaling of successful solutions.
- Partner with business leaders, technical teams, and end users to identify opportunities, improve workflows, and deliver value-driven solutions.
- Drive organizational adoption of AI and digital technologies through training, change management, communication, and user engagement.
- Establish governance frameworks and technology standards that support effective decision-making and responsible innovation.
Governance, Security and Risk
- Establish policies, standards, and governance practices for the responsible use of AI, automation, and emerging technologies.
- Ensure technology initiatives align with cybersecurity, privacy, information management, contractual, and professional requirements.
- Support technology risk management, business continuity planning, and compliance requirements across the organization.
Technology and Information Management
- Collaborate with the Director, IT, maintain a strong understanding of MTE's core technology platforms, including Microsoft 365, Dynamics, and related business systems, and provide strategic oversight of the technology ecosystem to ensure new applications, AI, automation, and integration initiatives are scalable, effectively integrated, and aligned with MTE's data architecture, security requirements, technology roadmap, and project delivery needs.
- Support the evaluation and management of technology vendors, platforms, and strategic partnerships.
- Advance data governance, reporting, knowledge management, system integration, and the effective use of approved technologies across MTE.
Leadership and Collaboration
- Lead and facilitate MTE's Innovation and Technology Committee, promoting collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Build strong relationships across sectors, offices, and Corporate Services teams to support organizational priorities and future growth.
- Communicate complex technology concepts clearly and effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Lead change initiatives and technology adoption efforts to ensure solutions are successfully implemented and deliver lasting business value.
- Collaborate with business and information technology leaders to evaluate system impacts, integration requirements, and long-term solution sustainability.
- Establish accountability and governance practices that support the ongoing performance, maintenance, and continuous improvement of technology solutions.
Requirements
- University degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in strategy, operations, transformation, digital enablement, or a related area.
- Demonstrated success delivering measurable business outcomes within an architecture, engineering, and construction environment or a similarly complex, project-based professional services organization.
- Practical experience applying artificial intelligence, generative AI, automation, or enterprise technology to real-world business processes.
- Experience developing technology roadmaps, governance frameworks, pilot programs, implementation plans, and measures of success.
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, privacy, data governance, responsible AI, and technology risk management.
- Experience within consulting engineering, architecture, construction, or another project-based professional services environment is preferred.
- Experience with engineering, AEC, or professional services technology ecosystems, including ERP, project management, document control, BIM/VDC, or related platforms, is considered an asset.
- Strong strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to assess opportunities and translate technology investments into organizational value.
- Demonstrated leadership, influence, and change-management capabilities.
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to varied audiences.
- Strong project and program leadership skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively under pressure, and meet critical deadlines.
- A collaborative leadership approach and the ability to build alignment across teams while balancing competing priorities.
- A demonstrated commitment to accountability, responsible innovation, risk management, and continuous improvement.
What we offer
- Integrated, Firm-Wide Collaboration: Work across offices and teams, gaining exposure to diverse perspectives, building strong internal relationships, and contributing to a more connected organization.
- Multi-Disciplinary Expertise: Collaborate with engineers from various disciplines, scientists, and surveyors to broaden your skill set.
- 100% Employee-Owned firm with opportunities for you to purchase shares
- Competitive compensation, benefits, RRSP matching, Wellness Spending Account and performance bonuses
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Reimbursement for annual professional memberships
- Flexible work environment and work-life balance
- Collaborative culture
- The opportunity to participate in various Social Committee events and community focused initiatives
Salary Range
- $144,000 - $180,000
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Agencies, please.
MTE Consultants will accommodate the needs of qualified applicants under AODA legislation in all parts of the hiring process. Should accommodation be required, please notify our Human Resources department at hr@mte85.com.
This posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy within the organization.
Pay: $144,000.00-$180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Wellness program
Licence/Certification:
- G Class Driver's License (required)
Work Location: In person
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