SyndicatedFractional CTOCounty Down, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Full-time CTO, Alternative Heat
FULL-TIME CTO JOB · CONSTRUCTION SECTOR · COUNTY DOWN, NORTHERN IRELAND, UNITED KINGDOM
Alternative Heat, a 501–1,000-person construction firm in Northern Ireland, seeks a permanent full-time CTO reporting to the MD. The role combines IT operations leadership, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and AI adoption across multiple business units. Salary is listed as competitive but unspecified; no fractional or interim pathway is suggested.
Full-time CTO — the balanced verdict
Why this role stands out
- Clear mandate for digital transformation and AI adoption across a multi-location, multi-unit business
- Broad remit spanning infrastructure, data management, cybersecurity, compliance and business applications
- Structured reporting line (to MD) and defined team leadership expectations
- Stability of permanent role in an established mid-sized employer
Worth checking before you apply
- Salary is entirely unquantified ('Competitive Depending on Experience'); no benchmark provided to calibrate expectations
- On-site presence fixed (39 hours/week, primarily Mon–Thu); likely limited flexibility for fractional practitioners
- No mention of equity, bonus structure, or benefits; total remuneration unclear
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Full-time CTO — the posting in full
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Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Application Deadline: 27 October 2026
Department: IT
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Alternative Heat Head Office
Reporting To: Managing Director
Description
- Team Overview:
The IT department ensures the smooth operation and security of all technology systems across Alternative Heat. From managing hardware and software to supporting network infrastructure and cybersecurity, the team enables employees to work efficiently and securely. They also lead digital innovation initiatives, providing technical solutions that enhance collaboration, data management, and overall business performance.
Role Overview:
The Chief Technology Officer is responsible for shaping the organisation’s use of technology across its business units and locations. The role will ensure that technology supports business growth, productivity and profitability while recognising the different operational needs of each part of the organisation.
The CTO will lead digital transformation, improve how the business works and provide clear direction on future technology investment.
Job Title | Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- Location | Head Office / Mallusk / Dublin / Dundalk
- Hours | Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and Friday 8am-3pm
- Salary | Competitive Depending on Experience
- Responsible to | Managing Director
What You'll be Doing
This role is responsible for leading the organisation’s overall technology, digital and innovation strategy, ensuring it aligns with business objectives across all business units. It involves driving digital transformation, automation, AI adoption and process improvement, while overseeing IT infrastructure, systems, data management and business applications. The position works closely with leadership teams to identify technology opportunities, manage suppliers and technology investments, and ensure efficient, secure and reliable technology services. The role also has accountability for cyber security, GDPR compliance, business continuity and risk management, while providing strong leadership to the technology function by developing team capability, fostering innovation and supporting the organisation’s long-term growth and operational performance.
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The roleWhat it asksA certificationYears askedSkills the listing names
- Digital transformation
- IT strategy
- Cybersecurity
- GDPR compliance
- Automation
- AI adoption
- IT infrastructure
- Data management
- Business applications
- Risk management
- Business continuity
- Leadership
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