Technology Integration Manager Jobs in Hopkins, MN

Celebrated as one of Minnesota’s Top Workplaces! Knutson Construction is accepting applications for a Chief Technology Officer to join our team!

“Together We Make Dreams Real” – that is our purpose as a company and we exist to work in concert with each other, owners, design professionals and trade partners to make the journey as stress-free as possible. Together, we’ve created a dynamic, fun, inspiring environment where we can be ourselves and grow each day. Knutson is deeply committed to cultivating and upholding diversity throughout our workforce, relationships, and communities. We recognize the utmost importance of continually advancing our comprehension of diversity, equity, and inclusion as transformative forces within our work, industry, and company values.

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The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) serves as Knutson Construction’s enterprise leader for technology strategy, vision, integration, transformation, and governance. This role is responsible for shaping how technology enables business performance, supports growth, and strengthens differentiation across markets. The CTO integrates IT, data & analytics, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI) into a cohesive enterprise capability that enhances operational execution, risk management, and The Knutson Experience (TKE). This role partners closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Operations, Finance, Safety, and Market Sector Leadership to align technology investments and capabilities with Knutson’s strategic priorities, while reinforcing the company’s Zero Incident Safety Culture and commitment to continuous improvement.

• Serve as a strategic partner and advisor to the President and Executive Leadership Team on strategic enterprise technology direction, priorities, investments, opportunities, and risks.
• Translate Knutson’s strategic plan into an integrated technology roadmap across IT, data, AI, and cybersecurity, ensuring technology alignment with enterprise goals, growth and risk tolerance.
• Provide forward-looking insights into emerging technologies and trends impacting construction and project delivery.

• Lead enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives to improve performance, scalability, and consistency.
• Integrate technology across Operations, Preconstruction, Finance, HR, and Safety functions.
• Develop scalable, repeatable frameworks and standards to enable consistent execution across the company.
• Drive process improvement through automation, system integration, and standardization.

• Define and lead the enterprise data strategy, including governance, architecture, and standards to ensure data quality, integrity, accessibility, and responsible AI use.
• Advance analytics and AI capabilities by identifying, prioritizing, and scaling use cases that enhance project delivery, decision-making, and risk management.
• Enable a data-driven organization by promoting adoption of analytics, reporting, and insights across all functions and levels.
• Integrate automation and intelligent technologies into core business processes to drive efficiency, consistency, and actionable insights.

• Oversee enterprise IT operations, infrastructure, cloud environments, networks, end-user services, and systems to ensure reliability and scalability.
• Align technology platforms with business and field execution needs.
• Guide system selection, vendor strategy, and technology architecture decisions.
• Ensure system reliability, scalability, and performance across office and field operations.
• Lead enterprise application strategy, integration, and optimization efforts.

• Oversee enterprise cybersecurity strategy and partner with security leadership to protect systems and data.
• Integrate technology risk management into broader enterprise risk management processes.
• Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities are in place and effective.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory & client-specific requirements and industry standards.

• Ensure technology solutions support and reinforce Knutson’s Zero Incident Safety Culture.
• Enable field teams with tools that improve safety awareness, reporting, and hazard identification.
• Align technology initiatives with The Knutson Experience (TKE) to enhance outcomes for clients, partners, and employees.
• Enable real-time communication, reporting, and visibility into safety-related data.

• Identify opportunities to leverage technology to support new and existing markets.
• Support pursuit strategies and client engagement through technology-enabled differentiation.
• Represent Knutson in industry forums and technology partnerships where appropriate.

• Build and lead a scalable, high-performing technology organization across IT, data, AI, and cybersecurity.
• Develop team members through coaching, mentoring, and structured career development.
• Establish clear roles, capabilities, and succession plans across the function.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable culture aligned with Knutson values.

• Develop and manage the enterprise technology budget and investment strategy.
• Ensure disciplined prioritization of initiatives based on strategic impact and return on investment.
• Partner with Finance to evaluate and optimize technology investments and cost structure.
• Evaluate and manage external vendors, partners, and service providers.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (required). Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

• 15+ years of progressive leadership in technology, digital transformation, or related fields.
• 7–10+ years in senior or executive technology leadership roles.
• Proven experience leading enterprise technology strategy and transformation.
• Strong understanding of enterprise systems, data platforms, AI, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, cloud, data and analytics.
• Demonstrated success in scaling teams and capabilities in a growth-oriented organization.
• Experience in construction or a comparable project-based industry preferred.

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional).
• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager).
• PMP (Project Management Professional).
• AWS, Azure, or equivalent cloud certifications.
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP).
• ITIL Certification.

• Enterprise mindset with strong strategic and execution capabilities.
• Collaborative leadership style with strong communication and influencing skills.
• Externally oriented and forward-looking.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to lead through change.
• Operates with highest degree of confidentiality and ethics.
• Commitment to safety, culture, and delivering The Knutson Experience.

• Uphold and actively promote Knutson’s Zero Incident Safety Culture.
• Reinforce The Knutson Experience (TKE) across all technology initiatives.
• Align technology decisions with business outcomes and enterprise strategy.
• Operate as a trusted partner to the Executive Leadership Team.

• Role is based at our Minneapolis, MN office (hybrid) with travel to other offices, project locations, and industry events as needed.
• Construction project site visits may include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, moving equipment, and uneven surfaces.
• Role requires occasional lifting and moving of objects up to 25 pounds.

• Competitive Pay
• Performance Based Career Advancement
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Life and Long-Term Disability Benefit with no premium cost to employee
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Flex Fridays
• 401k w/Company Match
• Annual Discretionary Bonus Program
• Successful Annual Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program
• Paid Parental Leave

Projected Minimum Base Salary per year $210,000

Projected Maximum Base Salary per year $275,000