Enterprise Applications Manager

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS) • Rockville, MD

54d • $140,000 - $175,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all. As an Enterprise Applications Manager, you will be leading a team responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a portfolio of applications that address the unique challenges of the construction industry. You will work closely with stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to identify needs, design strategies, and deliver solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive business success. KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE + SPECIAL SKILLS Required Minimum of 5 years experience in enterprise solutions management with responsibility for strategy development and leading a group Demonstrated project management skills with a track record of successfully managing complex, enterprise-wide projects Expertise in business process analysis, requirements gathering, solution design and development Operational construction industry experience (3+ years) with an understanding of construction processes including estimating, business development, project management, and financial management is preferred Preference for specific experience deploying construction industry applications like CMiC and Procore Ability to work in person (Rockville, MD) for the first 3-6 months and hybrid (2 days a week from home) thereafter, with reasonable flexibility Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Technology, or a related field ESSENTIAL DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITES Define and drive the strategic direction for enterprise applications, ensuring alignment with the organization’s broader IT and business objectives. Understand and anticipate the direction of the business and industry trends to identify opportunities and make recommendations to support DAVIS’ future needs. Lead, mentor and develop a team of Business Analysts and Application Specialists. Build strong relationships with business leaders to understand the business strategy and establish an applications roadmap that is responsive to the business’ vision & goals. Performs personnel administrative functions (e.g. recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training + professional development, supervising, evaluating, corrective counseling, providing professional development, etc.). Oversee the entire application lifecycle, from selection and procurement to customization, implementation, maintenance, and retirement. Document business process and develop project charters. Responsible for execution of the application roadmap including projects and day-to-day operations. Drive application-related change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions when implementing new solutions. Communicate project status to various levels of management. Plan and manage enterprise applications projects, overseeing functional and technical aspects of the implementation effort using effective project management techniques. Establish and refines goals, performance, and accountability measures to ensure DAVIS team is meeting timelines, working efficiently, and providing high levels of service delivery. Lead and oversee the implementation of solutions from inception to completion. Oversees relationships with key IT delivery partners and contracts. DAVIS COMMON ATTRIBUTES SAFETY – Consistently works within DAVIS safety standards; promotes safety as a priority with coworkers, subcontractors and external clients TEAM COLLABORATION – Works effectively within their own team and across the organization; promotes team atmosphere and culture; has a positive, can do attitude COMMITMENT TO QUALITY – Applies DAVIS standards to produce high quality work on a consistent basis; produces work that is accurate and reliable, actively demonstrates excellence in service; builds and maintains integrity as a core function of their job and in their relationships with others CHAMPIONS DAVIS BUSINESS – Consistently markets DAVIS business within the scope of their job; actively seeks and/or supports new business opportunities; actively builds relationships and encourages others to do the same

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years experience in enterprise solutions management with responsibility for strategy development and leading a group
• Demonstrated project management skills with a track record of successfully managing complex, enterprise-wide projects
• Expertise in business process analysis, requirements gathering, solution design and development
• Operational construction industry experience (3+ years) with an understanding of construction processes including estimating, business development, project management, and financial management is preferred
• Ability to work in person (Rockville, MD) for the first 3-6 months and hybrid (2 days a week from home) thereafter, with reasonable flexibility
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Technology, or a related field

Nice To Haves

• Preference for specific experience deploying construction industry applications like CMiC and Procore

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the strategic direction for enterprise applications, ensuring alignment with the organization’s broader IT and business objectives.
• Understand and anticipate the direction of the business and industry trends to identify opportunities and make recommendations to support DAVIS’ future needs.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Business Analysts and Application Specialists.
• Build strong relationships with business leaders to understand the business strategy and establish an applications roadmap that is responsive to the business’ vision & goals.
• Performs personnel administrative functions (e.g. recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training + professional development, supervising, evaluating, corrective counseling, providing professional development, etc.).
• Oversee the entire application lifecycle, from selection and procurement to customization, implementation, maintenance, and retirement.
• Document business process and develop project charters.
• Responsible for execution of the application roadmap including projects and day-to-day operations.
• Drive application-related change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions when implementing new solutions.
• Communicate project status to various levels of management.
• Plan and manage enterprise applications projects, overseeing functional and technical aspects of the implementation effort using effective project management techniques.
• Establish and refines goals, performance, and accountability measures to ensure DAVIS team is meeting timelines, working efficiently, and providing high levels of service delivery.
• Lead and oversee the implementation of solutions from inception to completion.
• Oversees relationships with key IT delivery partners and contracts.

Benefits

• DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA.
• DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education.
• Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave.
• Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees