Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Pennoni Associates Inc. Philadelphia, PA

About Pennoni

Pennoni is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions. Guided by our core values of Honesty, Integrity, and Service, and our pillars of Excellent Reputation, Profit, and Growth, we are committed to advancing the built environment through technical excellence and client-focused service.

Executive Role Overview

Pennoni is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, working alongside the COO and Chief Growth Officer (CGO) to shape the firms strategic direction and drive enterprise performance.

Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the CTO will lead the integration of technology, data, and innovation into all aspects of the business. This role combines executive-level strategy with hands-on execution across a complex, multi-office organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute firmwide technology and digital strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead enterprise digital transformation initiatives, including AI, automation, and data strategy.
• Oversee IT operations, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise systems.
• Establish data as a strategic asset supporting operations and advisory services.
• Partner with executive leadership to align technology with growth and operational priorities.
• Drive process integration, standardization, and automation.
• Build and lead high-performing technology and data teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Masters preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including executive oversight of enterprise systems, infrastructure, and information security
• Demonstrated success developing and executing enterprise-wide technology strategies in a professional services, engineering consulting, or similarly complex operating environment
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity governance, risk management, incident response, identity and access management, business continuity, and data protection practices
• Proven ability to deliver both strategic vision and operational execution.

Why Pennoni

• Executive-level leadership role with direct influence on firm strategy
• Opportunity to build a modern technology platform for a growing firm
• Collaborative, high-performance leadership culture