LRS Primary Navigation + Who We Are + History (https://www.lrs.com/who-we-are/history/) + Company Overview + Leadership (https://www.lrs.com/who-we-are/leadership/) + A Message from Our CEO + What We Believe (https://www.lrs.com/what-we-believe/) + Our Mission + LRS Philosophy & Values (https://www.lrs.com/what-we-believe/lrs-philosophy-values/) + Community Involvement + Wilkerson (https://www.lrs.com/what-we-believe/wilkerson/) + Divisions + Careers + Get Hired + Our Culture (https://www.lrs.com/careers/our-culture/) + Benefits + Diversity (https://www.lrs.com/careers/diversity/) + Internships + Offices (https://www.lrs.com/offices/) + LRS Offices + Contact (https://www.lrs.com/contact/) + News Global NavigationEmployee Login (http://www2.lrs.com) File Transfer Filters Careers Added Feb 14, 2025 IT Director (26752) Minneapolis, MN | Contract Apply (https://evoportalus.tracker-rms.com/LRS/apply?jobcode=26752&shownonlrs=True) For additional information on how we handle your data, seewww.LRS.com/privacy Job Description LRS Consulting Services is seeking an IT Director with our client in Minneapolis, MN. As the Director of IT Strategy, Planning and Governance, you will be responsible for ensuring the Enterprise IT Organization is aligned with overall business strategy, adopts appropriate governance and adheres to transparent performance management. You will lead a team of Project Managers and/or partner with outside services, working closely with the CIO, other members of the IT senior leadership team and leaders across all business segments. Position Summary The Director of IT Strategy, Planning, and Governance is responsible for aligning the Enterprise IT organization with overall business strategy, implementing governance frameworks, and ensuring transparent performance management. This role leads a team of Project Managers and/or collaborates with external partners while working closely with the CIO, IT senior leadership, and business leaders across all segments. Key Responsibilities IT Strategy and Governance: + Lead the transformation of IT governance by implementing repeatable, business-focused, and adaptive frameworks. + Oversee IT roadmaps, demand planning, portfolio standardization, project management best practices, and performance measurement. + Ensure IT investments align with strategic objectives and are managed effectively. Demand and Portfolio Management: + Develop and maintain project and portfolio management methodologies to support strategic planning, execution, and successful delivery. + Establish decision-making processes for demand prioritization, resource allocation, and capacity planning to enhance delivery efficiency. + Monitor and report portfolio progress, costs, and risks through leadership dashboards. Budget and Performance Management: + Track project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective completion. + Monitor IT department health through key performance indicators and operational metrics. Business Relationship Management & Strategy: + Partner with IT Business Relationship Managers and IT Leadership to define technology strategies and roadmaps. + Prioritize initiatives to optimize resource allocation and maximize business impact. + Ensure programs and initiatives achieve targeted business outcomes. Leadership & Team Management: + Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of IT Project Managers. + Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. + Manage departmental budgets and ensure cost-effective operations. Qualifications & Experience + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). + 10+ years of experience leading IT initiatives across multiple domains (e.g., infrastructure, data, applications), with at least 5 years in a leadership role. + Proven experience in building and managing an IT PMO function. PMP certification preferred. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. + Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, budget management, and resource allocation. + Ability to drive business, cultural, and technology change in a dynamic environment. + Experience partnering with senior executives to align IT strategies with business goals. Travel Requirements + Travel anticipated at approximately 5-10%. Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour