Director, Enterprise Solutions - Finance And Operations

Job DescriptionUnder the leadership of the Vice President, Integrated Management Systems, the Director, Enterprise Solutions - Finance and Operations is responsible for the strategy, evolution, operations, and value creation of the platforms that support Pomerleau's finance functions and construction operations.
This mandate includes platforms that support accounting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, procurement, project financial management, and construction operations. It encompasses both the operation and enhancement of current platforms, including CMiC and Procore, as well as the transformation associated with the deployment of the new financial system and the future PMIS.
The Director defines the portfolio roadmap, ensures business continuity throughout the transformation, and prepares the processes, data, integrations, teams, and operating model required to support future platforms.
Working closely with the Finance function and Construction business units, the Director translates business priorities into functional and technology capabilities, ensuring that platforms effectively meet organizational needs.
The Director leads the functional and technical teams, as well as external partners, responsible for platform evolution, integration, operations, and support. They are accountable for platform stability, performance, user adoption, and the value generated for the organization.
Finance And Construction Operations
Act as the owner of the portfolio of platforms supporting Finance functions and Construction Operations.
Be accountable for the satisfaction of Finance functions and Construction business units with respect to the capabilities provided.
Understand challenges related to accounting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, procurement, project financial management, and construction execution in order to guide priorities.
Ensure that business functions and operating sectors have the platforms, data, and processes required to achieve their objectives.
Continuously measure and improve the value generated by the platforms.
Portfolio Strategy And Evolution
Define the long-term vision for Finance and Operations platforms.
Develop a multi-year roadmap aligned with corporate objectives and the priorities of Finance functions and Construction business units.
Anticipate the evolution of financial practices, including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, accounting, procurement, project management, and construction operations.
Define the investments and priorities required to evolve the portfolio.
Maintain the right balance between business continuity, immediate needs, and future capabilities.
Finance And PMIS Transformation
Play a leading role in the design and deployment of the new financial system and future PMIS.
Ensure the continuity, stability, and evolution of CMiC and Procore throughout the transformation.
Plan the transition, data migration, integrations, and coexistence of current and future platforms.
Partner with Finance functions and Construction business units to transform processes and realize expected business benefits.
Prepare teams, operating models, and internal capabilities required to support the new platforms.
Manage risks, dependencies, and operational impacts associated with the transformation.
Practice Leadership
Lead the functional, technical, integration, and development teams responsible for the platforms.
Develop the internal capabilities required to operate and evolve the portfolio.
Oversee capacity planning and resource management for internal teams and external partners.
Foster a culture focused on service excellence, business partnership, accountability, and value creation.
Software Governance And Architecture
Establish functional and technical governance for the platforms within the portfolio.
Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and technology frameworks.
Provide direction on platform configurations, custom development, integrations, and extensions.
Collaborate with architecture, data, integration, and cybersecurity teams to ensure robust, secure, and scalable platforms.
Ensure consistency of processes, data, and integrations across the portfolio.
Delivery And Operational Performance
Be accountable for the availability, stability, security, and performance of the platforms.
Ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and achieve expected outcomes.
Implement governance and performance monitoring mechanisms at the operational, tactical, and strategic levels.
Manage risks, issues, and dependencies across the portfolio.
Ensure the quality, adoption, and business value realization of deployed platforms.
Vendor And Partner Management
Define the strategy for leveraging software vendors, systems integrators, consultants, and specialized partners.
Manage relationships with strategic vendors and partners.
Participate in contract negotiations and agreement management.
Optimize value delivered by external partners and the cost of platforms and services.
Establish a sustainable balance between internal capabilities and external expertise.
This role could be for you if you have
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience managing complex enterprise platforms.
Significant experience with an ERP, financial system, or PMIS.
Experience with solutions supporting multiple financial functions, including accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, procurement, and project financial management.
Strong understanding of financial and operational processes and their translation into integrated technology capabilities.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
Experience managing large-scale transformation programs.
Experience in construction, infrastructure, or a project-based environment is considered a strong asset.
Experience in platform governance and strategic vendor management.
Key Competencies
Strategic leadership
Customer focus and value creation
Understanding of financial functions and processes, including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
Understanding of construction operations and project management
Enterprise platform management
Governance and portfolio management
Change and transformation managementExecutive communication
Stakeholder influence and management
Vendor and partner management
Strategic thinking and decision-making
Collaboration and pragmatism
Benefits
RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
Hybrid work model for corporate roles
Employee stock ownership program
Career growth through real development opportunities
Transit pass reimbursement - get to work for free
Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one
For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.
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