vCIO

ActiveCo Computer Solutions, Inc; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ActiveCo, a New Charter Technologies Company, is seeking a full-time vCIO based in Port Coquitlam, BC. You will act as the strategic technology partner for a portfolio of clients, guiding them to think bigger, plan smarter, and leverage technology for competitive advantage.

You’ll build relationships, conduct client meetings, manage projects, and identify growth opportunities while traveling to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent experience, with a genuine passion for leveraging business strategy to drive technology outcomes for clients.
• Experience in IT services, managed services, or technology consulting.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-focused conversations.
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• A natural relationship-builder who earns trust quickly and maintains it long-term.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for a portfolio of managed client accounts.
• Conduct regular onsite and offsite client meetings to assess needs, communicate roadmaps, and align technology with business goals.
• Identify and develop new opportunities within existing client base to support growth (minimal outside sales).
• Oversee and manage Professional Services projects from scoping through delivery.
• Handle service escalations with professionalism and urgency.
• Maintain accurate client playbooks, forecasts, and account plans.
• Onboard new clients and ensure a smooth transition into our ecosystem.

Skills

Client relationships

Strategic thinking

IT services

Business strategy

Communication

Education

MBA or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We believe talent deserves a human touch. Your application will be read by an actual person who’s excited to discover the real you. Virtual Chief Information Officer (vCIO) What Does a vCIO Actually Do? Most companies don't have a dedicated Chief Information Officer, and that's exactly where you come in. As a vCIO at ActiveCo, a New Charter Technologies Company, you become the strategic technology partner for a portfolio of clients who rely on you to help them think bigger, plan smarter, and use technology as a competitive advantage. You're not just managing accounts; you're embedded in your clients' businesses, understanding their goals, anticipating their needs, and guiding them forward. This is a role for someone who genuinely loves building relationships, thinks strategically, and gets energized by turning complex challenges into clear, actionable plans. If you find yourself most fulfilled when a client says "I don't know what I'd do without you," this might be exactly where you belong.

The Opportunity

ActiveCo, a New Charter Technologies Company, is looking for a full-time vCIO based in Port Coquitlam, BC. You'll work closely with internal teams, leadership, and clients daily, with local travel to client sites expected as a regular part of the role. The position offers a base salary of CAD $80,000 to $100,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

What You'll Be Doing

• Serving as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for a portfolio of managed client accounts
• Conducting regular onsite and offsite client meetings to assess needs, communicate roadmaps, and align technology with business goals
• Identifying and developing new opportunities within your existing client base to support their growth (minimal outside sales required)
• Overseeing and managing Professional Services projects from scoping through delivery
• Handling service escalations with professionalism and urgency
• Maintaining accurate client playbooks, forecasts, and account plans
• Onboarding new clients and ensuring a smooth, confident transition into our ecosystem
• Communicating consistently with internal teams on current and upcoming client initiatives

What Success Looks Like

• Managing a healthy portfolio of client accounts with strong revenue retention
• Maintaining gross margin targets across your client base
• Contributing consistently to the team's net revenue growth goals
• Keeping voluntary client attrition low and satisfaction high
• Completing quarterly priorities and personal learning objectives on time

Who Succeeds in This Role

• Experience in IT services, managed services, or technology consulting
• An MBA or equivalent experience, with a genuine passion for leveraging business strategy to drive technology outcomes for clients
• A natural relationship-builder who earns trust quickly and maintains it long-term
• Able to translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-focused conversations
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously
• Holds themselves to a high standard and takes pride in delivering great outcomes

Competencies We're Looking For

• Customer-focused with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and planning abilities
• Resourceful problem-solver who takes initiative
• Honest, professional, and accountable
• Comfortable working under pressure with competing deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Training & Support

You will receive:

• Structured onboarding and client introductions
• Ongoing coaching and direct access to leadership
• Clear performance expectations and regular feedback
• Tools and resources to maintain and grow your client portfolio

We invest in people who show up, follow through, and want to grow.

Final Note

At ActiveCo, we believe that when our clients succeed, we succeed. Our vCIOs aren't order-takers; they're trusted partners, strategic thinkers, and relationship champions. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Before You Apply

Glad you’re here! If you’re looking for a place to grow, contribute, and actually matter, keep reading. Once you apply, we’ll take a look at your experience. If you’re applying for a technical role, you’ll get a short, timed assessment. Nothing tricky, just real-world scenarios so you can show how you think and solve problems.

Who We Are

ActiveCo exists to help businesses move forward faster, smarter, and with fewer headaches. Since 1999, we’ve partnered with companies that are tired of reactive IT and want something better. We help them plan, improve, and use technology as a real advantage, not a constant frustration. We don’t do transactional work. We build long-term relationships and earn that by consistently showing up and delivering.

What It’s Like Here

This is a team of people who care. About the work. About each other. About getting it right. We take ownership, step in when needed, and work through challenges together. You’ll be trusted to think, contribute, and keep growing your skill set. You will be challenged here, but you’ll also be supported. If you’re someone who wants to improve, take pride in your work, and be part of a team that has your back, you’ll do well here. We’re not perfect, but we’re always getting better, and we expect everyone on the team to be part of that.

What We Value

• Own it
• Do the right thing
• Get better every day
• Win as a team

Join Us

If you want to be part of a team that pushes, supports, and delivers, we’d love to connect. ActiveCo, a New Charter Company, is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. ActiveCo, a New Charter Technologies Company, recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

At ActiveCo Technology Management, a New Charter company, we simplify IT by delivering people-first, forward-thinking solutions that help businesses move ahead with confidence. Since 1999, we’ve partnered with small and mid-sized organizations across North America to provide managed IT services and long-term technology strategy. We take a consultative approach, asking better questions, planning ahead, and solving the right problems. Our collaborative, accountable culture empowers team members to take ownership, keep improving, and make a meaningful impact alongside a team that has each other\'s backs. Learn more: Life at ActiveCo