IT MANAGER - Enterprise

At Knife River, we take care of our teams because we know theyare the foundation of our success. We are one of the nation’s largest construction materials producers and contractors, and our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities . Join us and make an impact that will last for generations.

An IT Manager - Enterprise Applications plans, directs, and manages the core ERP and CRM systems (i.e., JD Edwards, UKG, and future back-office and CRM applications) teams across Knife River Corporation and its subsidiaries, encompassing system implementation projects, upgrades, and ongoing support efforts. This role is responsible for providing application and technical leadership to ensure information systems supporting ERP (JD Edwards), workforce management (UKG), and other future back-office applications align with the company's long-term strategic goals and objectives.

Works closely with Knife River management, internal customers, and IT team members to formulate solutions that meet current and future operational needs. Provides leadership and coordination in the development, design, testing, training, and implementation of JD Edwards, UKG solutions, and other future back-office and CRM applications while managing IT programs and projects within defined budgets and timelines. Develops business cases for technology investments, evaluates business processes for efficiency improvements, and works with technology vendors to evaluate, implement, and support the appropriate tools for the business.

Understanding of AI-SDLC and experience in AI development tools, automation, and analytics is a plus.

• Bachelor's degreein Information Technology, Computer Science, Data/Information Systems, or a related field —or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in software package configuration, installation, integration, and maintenance.
• 3+ years of experience in software development and maintenance.
• 3+ years of supervisory or project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP systems, particularly JD Edwards (JDE), or other major ERP and CRM systems, including planning, implementation, configuration, and ongoing application support.
• Must be able to convey business and system principles in a clear and concise fashion, both verbally and through written documentation.

• Knowledgeable of relational databases such as Oracle or SQL Server, particularly as they relate to JD Edwards, as well as building APIs and interfaces.
• Financial modeling for Return On Investment analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with UKG Suite of applications
• Able to evaluate and re-design business processes to improve efficiency through the use of technology.
• Experience working with technology vendors and technology consultants, including JDE and UKG partners.
• Experience negotiating software, hardware, and consulting contracts.
• Knowledge on the use of AI to help with efficiently using and managing the ERP and UKG applications.
• Demonstrated undestanding of AI-SDLC and experience in AI development tools, automation, and analytics
• Demonstrated understanding of data governance using Databricks or Snowflake is a plus.

• Leads the JD Edwards and UKG application teams, providing technical direction, mentorship, and day-to-day management to ensure effective delivery of application support and project work.
• Manages the full lifecycle of JD Edwards and UKG initiatives, including planning, implementation, upgrades, testing, training, and post-go-live support.
• Consults with department managers and operating companies to develop JD Edwards and UKG system solutions and implementation schedules consistent with organizational objectives.
• Assists in the…