IT Manager: Secure Systems & Team Leadership

Emcor-5; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Schmidt Electric Company (SEC) in Austin, TX seeks an IT Manager responsible for the smooth operation of all computer systems, data security, and IT staff leadership. You will oversee deployments, policy development, and coordination with EMCOR resources to support field and office operations.

The role requires hands-on IT management experience, strong knowledge of Active Directory, Windows OS, and Office 365, plus experience with VMware/Hyper‑V and AV conferencing.

Qualifications

• BSc/BA in Computer Engineering/Science or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in an IT management role.
• Proven knowledge of Active Directory & current Windows OS.
• Proven knowledge of Office 365.
• Proven knowledge of mobile device management.
• Proven knowledge of backup solutions.
• Proven knowledge of VMware and/or Hyper‑V environments.
• Proven knowledge of Audio/Video conferencing equipment.
• Previous experience with support of Trimble Construction ERP or similar platforms.
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement and coordinate IT systems across locations.
• Develop and implement IT policies and procedures in line with EMCOR standards.
• Strategic IT resource planning and capacity management.
• Monitor systems to reduce downtime and optimize performance.
• Procurement of hardware with cost-conscious approach.
• Test, manage and approve software updates.
• Collaborate with EMCOR to leverage corporate resources.
• Create onboarding computer documentation (Windows 11, iPhone, iPad, Bluebeam).
• Oversee data security and access control.
• Enforce EMCOR compliance standards.
• Conduct system audits.
• Train and mentor IT staff; performance management.

Skills

IT management

Active Directory

Windows OS

Office 365

Mobile device management

Backup solutions

VMware/Hyper‑V

AV conferencing equipment

Trimble Construction ERP

Education

BSc/BA in Computer Engineering/Science or equivalent experience

Job description

Schmidt Electric Company (SEC) in Austin, TX seeks an IT Manager responsible for the smooth operation of all computer systems, data security, and IT staff leadership. You will oversee deployments, policy development, and coordination with EMCOR resources to support field and office operations.

The role requires hands-on IT management experience, strong knowledge of Active Directory, Windows OS, and Office 365, plus experience with VMware/Hyper‑V and AV conferencing.