What Vista Does

Vista Projects is an integrated industrial engineering firm that helps clients navigate the digital transformation of their projects and operations. Our proven project execution process is based on a “single source of truth” model that eliminates the potential for inefficient engineering designs, cost overruns and project completion delays.

Why We Do It

We believe the world needs industrial projects and that intelligent engineering data can increase the likelihood of innovative solutions getting to market. Over the years, our multi-discipline teams have conceptualized and designed some of the most challenging and successful industrial processing projects in the North American energy sector. Vista has established itself as a trusted industrial engineering partner for all types of projects, from conceptual studies and pilots to large-scale commercial expansions.

Where We Work

The benefits of our approach apply to new asset developments and brownfield optimization projects across several industrial markets. This includes biofuels and produced water treatment to natural gas and petrochemical processing. We are headquartered in Calgary and maintain a satellite office in Houston.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic IT Planning: Spearhead the development and execution of comprehensive IT strategies that align with the company's goals, facilitating technological growth and innovation.
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and expand a cohesive IT team, promoting a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Ensure team alignment with the company's vision and objectives.
• IT Infrastructure Oversight: Oversee the management and enhancement of IT infrastructure, including network systems, cybersecurity measures, cloud computingCloud computing is a method of delivering IT services where resources and data are retrieved from the Internet using web-based applications ..., and software applications, to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Project Management: Direct the planning, execution, and completion of IT projects, adhering to timelines, budget constraints, and quality standards. Employ agile methodologies to optimize project outcomes.
• Security and Compliance: Implement robust security protocols and compliance measures to protect company data and systems against threats. Conduct regular security assessments and update policies as needed.
• Vendor and Stakeholder Engagement: Manage relationships with technology vendors and service providers, negotiating contracts that deliver value and efficiency. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their IT needs and provide strategic solutions.
• Innovation and Research: Stay abreast of emerging technology trends and innovations, evaluating their applicability to company goals. Champion the adoption of technologies that drive competitive advantage.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring strategic allocation of resources and cost-effective investment in technology solutions.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within an IT environment, demonstrating a track record of strategic planning, team development, and project management.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as PMP, ITIL, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), or AWS Certified Solutions Architect are advantageous.
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in managing modern IT ecosystems, including hybrid cloud environments, cybersecurity frameworks, network architecture, and enterprise software solutions.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Exceptional ability to identify challenges, analyze complex information, and develop effective solutions.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong capability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences, fostering understanding and support across the organization.
• Leadership and Vision: Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams towards achieving strategic objectives and embracing technological changes.
• Adaptability and Forward-Thinking: Agile in adapting to new technologies and business needs, with a forward-thinking approach to IT strategy and innovation.

Why People Like Working with Us

Working with Vista is a chance to contribute to the type of challenging municipal and industrial projects that the world requires. If that doesn’t excite you, this role likely won’t be a fit.

Challenging projects require focus, and we enable our people to do their best work with modernized project systems that are based on our leading use of intelligent data-centricA data-centric outlook is a core concept in digital project execution architecture where data is viewed as the most important and perpetual ... execution architecture. Our staff and clients like that it gives them real-time access to validated data shared across all project departments. This fosters project design and business decisions based on a single, authoritative source of truth and provides increased transparency and collaboration with team members and clients, leading to improved engineering quality and a product we can all take pride in.

What We Offer

An opportunity with Vista is not just a job; it is a chance to tackle challenging projects with colleagues who are among the most recognized and accomplished in their disciplines.

Vista offers all employees

• A stimulating, fast-paced and challenging work environment where you will contribute to the interesting municipal and industrial engineering projects
• A robust and consistent recruitment process that ensures your colleagues are likeminded and comparably capable
• An opportunity to be a part of an entrepreneurial, technically skilled team which has established leadership in innovative engineering solutions
• A strong value-based philosophy that provides an informal, close-knit team environment, where you and your family feel like a part of our organization, and not just an employee number
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including a performance-linked variable pay program
• Company-sponsored social events and team sports
• Flexible work schedules, half-day Fridays and free parking
• An organization that values and encourages diversity

How to Apply

Please complete the application form below and include a cover letter concisely demonstrating how your skills and experience align with our job posting. By submitting this application, you consent to our Privacy Policy, and you consent to receive transactional electronic messages from Vista and third parties acting on our behalf.

Note: As part of the interview process there will be a technical testing component that will take up to two hours and can be completed at home on your own timeline. Candidates may be required to complete a security clearance procedure prior to receiving an offer.

Last modification: 04/29/2024