About ARKANCE

ARKANCE is a trusted digital transformation partner for industry leaders in Construction and Manufacturing. Our mission is to be the “Partner to Build Smarter,” delivering best-in-class solutions and unmatched support to our customers.

We bridge the gap between the digital and physical worlds—leveraging cutting-edge platforms such as Autodesk, Trimble, and Bluebeam—while enhancing these solutions with our own portfolio of proprietary integration software.

Operating in over 20 countries across Europe, North America, and APAC, ARKANCE is a fast-evolving organization. As we integrate acquired companies and shift toward a value-driven business model, we aim for 50% of our margin to come from our own software and deployment services, and 50% from resale of editor products.

To succeed in this transformation, we are building new capabilities, systems, and leadership to effectively manage and execute strategic initiatives.

About the Role

We are seeking a Strategic Initiatives Manager to drive and continuously improve initiative execution across the ARKANCE group. This high-impact role will ensure that our initiative management framework supports informed decision-making, effective prioritization, and successful implementation of transformation initiatives.

The Strategic Initiatives Manager will work closely with the Chief of Staff and the Global Leadership Team (GLT) to align initiative outcomes with business objectives and ensure successful execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the global Initiative Management Process, ensuring consistency, alignment, and adoption across the organization
• Collaborate with GLT members and local leadership to scope, prioritize, and structure strategic initiatives
• Ensure efficient tracking and reporting of initiatives at monthly, quarterly, and annual intervals
• Develop and maintain the Initiative Dashboard and other performance tracking tools
• Identify and resolve blockers by engaging appropriate stakeholders and applying strong analytical and communication skills
• Lead or support the project management of selected strategic initiatives as directed by the Chief of Staff or CEO
• Drive continuous improvement of initiative reporting, KPIs, and governance processes
• Monitor and facilitate global Peer-to-Peer Communities, ensuring productivity and goal alignment

Required Skills

• 5–8 years of experience in management consulting, strategy, or high-tech industry roles, ideally in transformation or program management contexts
• Experience in a global, matrixed organization undergoing transformation or integration
• Strong project and program management capabilities, ideally with experience implementing governance frameworks
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all organizational levels, including C-suite
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Structured, proactive approach to complex organizational challenges
• Comfortable balancing “hands-on” execution with strategic oversight

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience working in digital transformation, software integration, or B2B technology services
• Familiarity with key technology platforms (e.g., Autodesk, Trimble) is a plus
• Change management or process improvement certifications (e.g., PMP, Lean, Six Sigma) are advantageous
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across regions and functions