Sylvan, Inc. · 1 hour ago
Vice President of Data
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/ExecutiveSylvan, Inc. is on a mission to redefine the specialty contracting industry through advanced technology. They are seeking a strategic VP of Data to lead the data science and engineering function, focusing on building a modular data architecture and integrating new acquisitions to enhance their AI-driven future in construction.
ConstructionIndustrialIndustrial DesignIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingProfessional ServicesService Industry
Responsibilities
Data Platform Architecture: Design and implement a modular, flexible data lake that aggregates data from disparate, on-prem legacy systems (e.g., VISTA, Sage 300, ERPs, Procore, ACC Build) across all operating companies
M&A Integration : Own the data onboarding roadmap for rapid acquisitions, ensuring new entities can "plug into" the platform to realize immediate tech-driven value
AI & Analytics Enablement : Partner with E3 Tech’s AI incubation arm and EIRs to provide the data foundation for internally developed AI solutions and external AI products
Strategic & Hands-On Execution : Act as the "core brain" of the data strategy while remaining willing to roll up your sleeves to perform technical work yourself
Stakeholder & Change Management : Act as the internal champion for technology, influencing field leaders, project managers, and executives to embrace data-driven workflows
External Resource Management : Direct the efforts of external partners like Slalom Consulting during the MVP build phase and manage future IT reporting lines
Qualification
Required
Hands-on Technical Depth: Ability to personally execute data engineering tasks without requiring a large internal team immediately
Legacy Environment Mastery: Proven experience navigating 'messy' data, on-prem ERPs, and inconsistent digital footprints common in industrial sectors
Industry Experience: Ideally has experience in construction, manufacturing, or nearby complex service-heavy legacy sectors
Business Orientation: A result-oriented mindset, preferably with experience in PE backed environments where data is used to drive specific financial and operational outcomes
Visionary Thinking: Deep understanding of how data aggregation enables the deployment of AI, BIM, and other advanced construction technologies
Preferred
Preferred locations are Detroit, MI (Sylvan HQ) or Grand Rapids, MI (Egan HQ). Secondary options include New York or San Francisco for candidates willing to travel regularly to Michigan
Company
Sylvan, Inc.
Sylvan has a rich tradition of quality, safety, reliability, and trust built over more than half a century.
Founded in 1956
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$50MKey Investors
Blue Point Capital Partners
2025-11-20Debt Financing· $50M
2025-03-20Private Equity
2025-03-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Robert Metz
Chief Executive Officer
Michael J. Paisley
Chief Financial Officer
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