SurePods™ · 3 days ago
Solution Architect & Implementation Lead- Prefab Entities
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSurePods™ is a company that specializes in manufacturing and prefabrication processes, and they are seeking a Solution Architect & Implementation Lead. This role is responsible for designing and implementing technology solutions that enhance efficiency and integration within DPR’s manufacturing operations, while also serving as a subject matter expert in the field.
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Responsibilities
Design end-to-end technology solutions that streamline all aspects of the prefabrication lifecycle
Collaborate with Program Managers and Business Analysts to define business requirements and translate them into functional designs
Develop and maintain system architecture diagrams, data flow maps, and integration plans between enterprise in conjunction with the DPR Technology and Innovation (T&I) team’s enterprise architecture group
Prioritize efforts based on Prefab Leadership’s current goals and initiatives. Maintain initiatives with updates, schedules and current scope documents.Evaluate 'build vs. buy' options, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with the Prefab Entities technology roadmap
Provide technical direction and guidance to developers, vendors, and system administrators during implementation
Lead the implementation phase of technology initiatives—responsible for turning solution designs into working, validated systems
Depending on the initiative, manage internal and external resources or directly perform the configuration, integration, and testing work required to bring the solution to life
Coordinate activities across prefabrication shop-floor teams, vendors, and DPR’s technology staff to ensure accurate setup, testing, and validation
Partner with Program Manager to plan implementation scope, milestones, and resources based on initiative complexity and scale
Maintain productive vendor relationships, licensing needs/allocations, and contractual obligations
Resolve technical and operational issues encountered during implementation, escalating where appropriate
Serve as a manufacturing and prefab SME, ensuring technology decisions align with production realities and lean manufacturing principles
Partner closely with operations teams to understand workflows, identify improvement opportunities, and validate solutions
Facilitate working sessions and PAF/Prefab Entity onsite visits to ensure alignment between design intent and execution
Represent the prefab business in internal cross-functional technology discussions, advocating for operational needs within DPR enterprise initiatives
Ensure solutions adhere to T&I’s governance standards and documentation practices
Develop reusable templates, SOPs, and implementation playbooks to support scaling across entities
Gather feedback and lessons learned to inform future roadmap planning
Contribute to DPR’s Prefab Entities Integrated Work Group (iWG) by sharing insights and fostering alignment across operations
Qualification
Required
5-7+ years of experience in prefab, manufacturing, or construction operations, with at least 3 years in a technology implementation or systems design capacity
Deep understanding of production planning, MES/MRP/ERP systems, and manufacturing workflows (preferably in modular, componentized, or single-trade prefabrication environments)
Hands-on experience implementing or integrating project management and MES systems such as CMiC, ACC, Offsight, Monday.com. Tekla PowerFab, or similar
Strong analytical, facilitation, and communication skills with the ability to translate between operational and technical audiences
Proven ability to both lead and execute implementation work depending on project needs and available resources
See ambiguity as opportunity: you're a flexible and adaptable thinker around tools, systems, people, and processes as DPR continuously improves toward its goal of being a Most Admired company
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering/Technology, or Construction Management
Company
SurePods™
SurePods is part of the DPR family of companies, which is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-07-02Acquired
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