Chief Information Officer - CIO

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Why Royal? At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results. We believe in transforming the culture of construction, creating a space where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to support initiatives like "Breaking Barriers," showcasing the incredible contributions of women in our industry. Breaking Barriers: Women At Work Episode 1

We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty. These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time! 

We believe in taking care of our team. From comprehensive wellness programs to continuous learning opportunities, we invest in your growth and well-being.

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We have a current opening for a Chief Information Officer(CIO). This position can sit out of our Sacramento, Long Beach, Pleasanton or Dallas Office.

As CIO, this role provides strategic leadership and deep technical expertise to drive digital transformation across the construction enterprise. With a strong foundation in both IT infrastructure and construction operations, the CIO ensures that technology investments align with business goals, enhance project delivery, and support long-term growth.

The CIO leads the development and execution of enterprise-wide IT strategies, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, artificial intelligence and mobile field technologies. By fostering innovation and operational efficiency, the CIO empowers project teams with real-time data, integrated systems, and scalable platforms to improve collaboration, safety, and productivity on job sites.

With a proven track record in managing complex IT portfolios and leading cross-functional teams, the CIO plays a key role in modernizing legacy systems. This role also champions change management and digital literacy to ensure successful adoption of new technologies across the organization.

Leading with a collaborative, people-first approach, the CIO fosters a culture of continuous improvement, transparency, and cross-functional alignment. A strong advocate for mentorship, inclusion, and professional development, the CIO builds resilient, high-performing IT teams ready to innovate and adapt to the future.

IT Strategy

• Strategic Planning: Lead the development of long-term strategic goals and initiatives aligned with the company’s mission and vision.
• Market Analysis: Monitor industry trends and technological opportunities and risks.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with other C-suite executives (CEO, CFO, COO, etc.) to ensure alignment and execution of strategic plans.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish KPIs and metrics to track the effectiveness of strategic technology initiatives and report progress to stakeholders.
• Innovation Leadership: Drive innovation by fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Communication: Present strategic plans and updates to the board of directors, investors, and other key stakeholders.
• Empowerment through clarity – ensuring teams understand the “why” behind every initiative.
• Innovation with purpose – adopting technology that solves real-world problems on the job site and in the back office.
• Evaluate emerging technologies
• Oversee cybersecurity strategy and risk mitigation efforts
• Oversee enterprise applications, ERP, CRM, HR and operational systems.
• Execution with discipline – delivering projects on time with measurable ROI.
• Deep understanding of construction workflows and how technology can increase efficiency and collaboration. Serve as a bridge between technical teams and business units.
• Improved cybersecurity readiness by 60%, achieving ISO 27001 compliance and reducing incidents.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, management consulting, or executive leadership roles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven track record of leading successful strategic initiatives.

Safety & Physical Requirements

• Must wear proper PPE while on jobsites.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Sit, stand, and walk during the duration of the workday.
• Will lift, carry, push, pull, kneel, crouch, and reach.
• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.

Salary Range:

• $220,000/year - $295,000/year

We offer competitive wages plus benefits and 401(k).

Royal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Royal are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We utilize E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. E-Verify Link: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Royal Electric is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

We promote a drug free workplace.

Health

• Health Care Plan (3 types of Medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan) 
• Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k).  
• $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D) 
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and 8 Paid Holidays)  
• Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)  
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability 
• Pet Insurance 
• Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly – work related), & Transit  
• Pharmacy discounts 
• Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)  

Wellness Resources 

• Free telehealth  
• Health Joy App  
• Free peer coach support - (mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation) 
• CancerCARE 1:1 Consulting and support with expert medical team  
• Employee Assistance Support  
• Hearing Aid discount plan 
• Laser VisionCare discount plan 

Learning & Development 

• Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely
• Professional & Leadership Development Training 
• Skill Development Training
• Mentorship Program
• On-The-Job & Classroom Training
• Opportunity for tuition reimbursement 

Employee Referral Program: We value referrals from our employees! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them through our company’s referral program. Successful referrals can earn you an incentive!