Fractional Manager, Technology and Innovation

The Fractional Manager, Technology and Innovation will champion Al-Terra’s strategic integration of technology, data, and AI-driven solutions to enhance service delivery, operational efficiency, and future readiness. This role is both hands-on and strategic, responsible for identifying opportunities, piloting solutions, and working cross-functionally to embed new capabilities into core business processes and client services.
The Manager will also serve as a thought partner in aligning emerging technologies with Al-Terra’s values, ethics, and long-term competitive positioning.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Lead the development and implementation of Al-Terra’s technology roadmap aligned with corporate strategy and Leadership priorities.
- Act as a key liaison between operational teams, IT providers, and the Management team to assess technology needs and capabilities.
- Promote a culture of innovation by identifying opportunities for digital transformation across business units.

Innovation and Solutions Development
- Evaluate, test, and implement emerging technologies (e.g., AI, automation, technical software integration, Civil 3D workflows) that improve project delivery or client experience.
- Develop internal prototypes or pilot programs in collaboration with engineering and project teams.

People Development
- Directly supervise technical staff assigned to the business line, fostering a high-performing and engaged team.
- Provide regular feedback and support development planning in collaboration with other managers.
- Mentor emerging leaders and technical staff, supporting succession readiness across the organization.

Systems and Data
- Support the adoption and optimization of enterprise systems (e.g., project management, QA/QC tracking, proposal systems).
- Collaborate with Al-Terra’s IT service provider and internal system stakeholders to define data architecture, governance, and integration best practices.
- Establish lightweight tools and analytics that enhance decision-making and KPI tracking.

Change Enablement and Culture
- Partner with managers to promote digital literacy and build technology-related competencies across the organization.
- Guide business units in technology adoption and support change management practices aligned with Al-Terra values.
- Champion safe, ethical, and privacy-conscious AI and data practices.

Position Scope
This position functions cross-organizationally and does not have direct reports. However, the Manager, Technology and Innovation is empowered to lead enterprise initiatives and task-specific working groups. The role will interface regularly with managers and technical teams.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Demonstrated improvement in efficiency, quality, or decision-making via implemented technology initiatives
- Stakeholder engagement and satisfaction across business units
- Measurable advancement of innovation pilots and digital literacy initiatives
- Alignment with Al-Terra’s values in all aspects of technology use and leadership.

Working Relationships
- Internal: Collaborates with managers, project teams, and Corporate Services.
- External: Works with IT vendors, technical consultants, software providers, and potential innovation partners.

Values Alignment
Leadership Participation
Given the enterprise scope, strategic relevance, and future-focus of this position, the Manager, Technology and Innovation may be a member of the Management team. This ensures strong connectivity with managers, inclusion in business planning, and appropriate visibility for innovation initiatives.
About Al-Terra
Al-Terra is an Alberta-based engineering, landscape architecture, and geomatics firm that specializes in getting people where they need to go and creating places where they want to be. Our 100+ staff provide comprehensive engineering and consulting services to a diverse range of clients including municipalities, government agencies and private developers. Since 1976, we have provided highly trained, engaged staff who act as trusted partners in our clients' projects while cultivating strong relationships with the people and communities we serve.
Our Core Values
We are a company driven by core values. We are proud to embody these values with our colleagues, clients, and partners.
- We build on what has made us great.
- We cultivate exceptional professionals.
- We are authentic, we are intentional, we are fun.
- We provide superior service to build clients for life.
- We are compassionate citizens of our community.

Only applicants eligible to work in Canada will be considered.