OVERVIEW:

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.
KPMG is seeking a Director for its Technology, Strategy & Transformation ("TST") team in Calgary. This position involves leading strategic engagements to support the transformation of IT organisations. The Director will advise CIOs and senior technology leaders on aspects such as IT strategy, operating models, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, governance, and emerging technologies.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

As a Director in our Technology, Strategy and Transformation Advisory practice, you will use your strong business acumen and be a key member of a high performing team.

The successful candidate will have a range of responsibilities, including:

• Lead TST advisory engagements including IT strategy, digital transformation, and IT operating model design
• Developing and maintaining relationships with C-level executives
• Managing project teams and ensuring the delivery of quality outcomes
• Develop thought leadership and contribute to business development
• Support the development of the Technology, Strategy, & Transformation practice
• Mentor and coach Senior Managers, Managers, and other consultants
• Work with technology solution teams to identify and support implementations
• Identifying and leading the preparation of proposals, in collaboration with the Partner
• Planning and managing engagements under the key team members of the Partner
• Leading client meetings and supporting the team in developing presentation materials for project kick-off meetings, requirements gathering, project management, presentation of results, etc.
• Leading current state assessments and maturity analysis based on best practices, industry trends and KPMG’s various data and information governance, data management and analytics maturity frameworks
• Supporting implementation of roadmaps across all IT domains, including process and data flow, governance frameworks, quality management programmes, platform modernisation & rationalisation, business cases, cost/benefit analyses, etc.
• Supporting and guiding clients in implementing recommendations
• Assisting with business and practice development efforts by preparing proposals, marketing material, internal and external presentations, seminar materials, articles, etc.
• Delivering high-quality work on time that meets the Firm’s quality standards and client expectations
• Working with cross-functional teams with people of diverse backgrounds and skill sets
• Applying best practice and process maturity knowledge observed in client engagements and personal research
• Travel may be up to 30%

WHAT YOU BRING TO THIS ROLE:

• 10+ years of experience in IT strategy, consulting, or CIO advisory roles
• Professional background in the Energy and utilities industry
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale IT transformation initiatives
• Strong understanding of AI, enterprise architecture, cloud, cybersecurity, and digital platforms
• Excellent communication and executive stakeholder management skills
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and MBA or equivalent is a plus
• Experience with ERP implementation
• Strong network of IT leaders within Alberta
• Proven experience in building and managing high performing teams