Head of IT / Digital Transformation

Sage Consulting Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Head of IT / Digital Transformation to lead significant digital initiatives in Vietnam's construction sector. This role requires extensive experience in digital transformation and software implementation, as well as fluency in Vietnamese. Competitive benefits and an expatriate package are offered for suitable candidates.

Benefits

Expatriate package

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• 8 to 15 years of experience in digital transformation or IT program management.
• Fluency or near-fluency in Vietnamese is required.
• Proven success in leading software implementation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a digital transformation strategy.
• Lead the evaluation and deployment of new software platforms.
• Manage the lifecycle of digital projects including training.

Skills

IT Management

Digital Transformation

Change Management

Software Implementation

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Information Systems

Job description

Our client is one of the largest and most innovative construction companies in Vietnam, seeking to undergo a significant digital transformation to modernize their industry, which has traditionally relied on manual processes and extensive bureaucracy.

They are looking for a proactive, communicative, and globally-minded Head of IT / Digital Transformation to lead the planning, implementation, and scaling of digital initiatives across their construction and manufacturing operations.

You will join a dedicated task force working directly under the chairman's leadership. Success in this role will trigger a wave of transformation across the group's companies and open further advancement opportunities at the group or C-suite level.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing enterprise software implementations and change management, preferably within construction, real estate development, or related project-based industries (not mandatory). A strong motivation to contribute to Vietnam's growth is essential.

Fluency or near-fluency in Vietnamese is required without exception.

This role offers an expatriate package for suitable candidates.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital transformation strategy aligned with business and operational goals.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and deployment of new software platforms (e.g., ERP, project management tools, productivity apps, procurement systems).
• Act as the liaison between business users and IT vendors to ensure practical, scalable, and user-friendly solutions.
• Manage the entire lifecycle of digital projects from requirements gathering to implementation and staff training.
• Promote change management initiatives to enhance digital adoption and literacy across teams and units.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend technological solutions to optimize operations.
• Monitor KPIs and ROI of digital investments; report progress to executive leadership regularly.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in digital practices.
• Stay informed on construction technology trends (e.g., BIM, drones, AI scheduling, IoT) and evaluate their relevance for the company.

REQUIREMENTS :

• 8 to 15 years of experience in digital transformation, IT program management, or business process improvement.
• Fluency or near-fluency in Vietnamese.
• Willingness to relocate to Vietnam, preferably before the end of 2025.
• Proven success in leading software implementation projects (e.g., ERP, document management, field operations platforms).
• Experience in construction, engineering, real estate, or infrastructure industries is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of organizational change management, including communication and training strategies.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and vendor relationships simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills with comfort in data dashboards and KPIs.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems, or related fields.

If qualified and interested, please apply! Follow our company page for updates and opportunities.

Competitive benefits are negotiable upon further interview.

Key Skills: Construction, IT Management, Digital Transformation, Change Management, Software Implementation

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : 8-15 years

Vacancy : 1