IT Manager

Position Summary - Location: Kansas City, Missouri

Join our partner firm, INVISION, as an IT Manager you’ll lead the day-to-day operation and ongoing improvement of our technology environment, ensuring our systems are secure, reliable, and aligned with the needs of the business. You’ll partner with leaders across the company to identify technology needs, recommend and implement solutions, and support the systems that keep our teams productive.

This role combines strategic planning with hands-on IT leadership, including system administration, security, budgeting, vendor management, user support, and the development of IT policies and processes. The ideal candidate is a collaborative technology leader who can balance business needs with practical, cost-effective solutions.

Why Join INVISION?

A collaborative office environment with opportunities to support colleagues across the practice.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Exposure to a diverse range of projects and collaborative design teams.
Collaborative and supportive team culture.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
The opportunity to contribute to meaningful, design-driven work that positively impacts communities.

Company Overview

INVISION is an award-winning architecture and design firm dedicated to creating spaces that inspire, connect, and strengthen communities. What sets INVISION apart is its unwavering commitment to client care—taking the time to listen, understand each client's goals and vision, and deliver thoughtful, innovative solutions that meet both immediate needs and long-term objectives.

Driven by a passion for architecture, design, and creative problem-solving, INVISION believes great design has the power to enhance the human experience. The firm's collaborative approach emphasizes trust, integrity, and strong relationships throughout every phase of a project, positioning its professionals as trusted advisors to clients across a variety of markets.

At the heart of INVISION's success is its people-focused culture. Team members are encouraged to collaborate, share knowledge, celebrate successes, support one another through challenges, and pursue continuous learning and professional growth. The firm values a balanced approach to work and life while fostering an environment where innovation and expertise thrive.

As an HFW Partner, INVISION is part of The HFW Companies' growing national network of architecture and engineering firms. This partnership expands the firm's collective resources and expertise, enabling teams to deliver comprehensive design solutions while creating greater value for clients, employees, and the communities they serve.

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Essential Responsibilities

Lead the planning, organization, and day-to-day operations of the IT function, including projects, priorities, resources, and technology initiatives.
Partner with leadership and department managers to understand business needs, system capabilities, projected workloads, and opportunities for technology improvements.
Oversee the deployment, maintenance, performance, security, access, and upgrades of the company’s IT infrastructure, systems, applications, networks, servers, workstations, telecommunications, and related equipment.
Manage system security, access controls, IT policies, and procedures to support reliable operations and protect company data.
Provide leadership and support for technical issues, system troubleshooting, and user needs while ensuring employees receive appropriate training and guidance.
Monitor the health and performance of IT infrastructure and systems, identify risks or opportunities, and recommend solutions that improve reliability, efficiency, and scalability.
Plan and coordinate system maintenance, upgrades, repairs, and implementations while minimizing disruption to business operations.
Manage the financial aspects of IT, including budgeting, purchasing, vendor relationships, contracts, and service agreements. Develop cost-benefit analyses and recommendations for technology investments.