MSA Professional Services is hiring a visionary Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) to lead our strategic initiatives and drive our growth as a leading AEC firm.

In this pivotal role, you will drive the development and execution of our long-term strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with our mission and goals. As CSO, you will collaborate with senior leadership to identify growth opportunities, optimize business processes, and enhance organizational performance. Your expertise in strategic planning, market analysis, and innovation will be crucial in guiding MSA towards a prosperous future.

Join our executive team and be instrumental in continuing MSA’s legacy of excellence, employee ownership, and positively impacting the lives of others!

Why MSA?

• Innovation and Impact: Work with cutting-edge technology and make a real impact on the built environment.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive team where your contributions are valued and your growth is nurtured.
• Employee-Owned: Benefit from our 100% employee-owned ESOP program and share in the success you help create.
• Diverse Projects: Every day is different with a wide range of projects that challenge and inspire.

Your mission:

Execute the Company’s Strategic Plan

• Create and maintain the company’s Strategic Plan.
• Monitor industry trends, consumer behavior, technological advancements, and regulatory changes to identify opportunities and threats.
• Use analytics and business intelligence tools to synthesize data from various sources.
• Update the executive team and board of directors on market insights and strategic implications.
• Make decisions about the allocation and use of funding and resources in partnership with the CEO.

Drive Growth

• Drive the company’s growth through acquisitions and organic means.
• Lead the integration team to onboard and integrate acquired firms.
• Provide input and feedback on client pursuit plans.

Lead Scenario Planning
• Conduct scenario planning exercises with the executive team and Board.
• Develop strategic responses for various scenarios.
• Coordinate response to scenarios with the Risk Management Committee.

Own Corporate Purpose and Responsibility
• Creates a strategy that aligns with MSA’s purpose, mission, core values, and vision to remain a thriving 100% ESOP firm
• Travel to other company offices, trade shows, and industry conferences is expected approximately 10% of the time, depending on the business need. Some overnight travel is expected.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Technology, or other related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 15+ years of executive leadership experience required
• Experience within an AEC firm is strongly preferred
• Ability to negotiate persuasively to produce positive outcomes, instill trust and confidence in others, and demonstrate high personal and professional standards in performance
• Appropriate licensure for field (e.g. PE, CPA, etc.)

• The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. We are unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role

Why MSA?

• Better Together: A collaborative environment that values open ideas, diversity, and authenticity. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success in our employee-owned firm.
• Multi-disciplinary Opportunities: Follow your interests, explore new experiences, and apply your skills where they have the most impact.
• We've Got Your Back: Enjoy support when you need it and independence when you don't. We are 400+ strong, working as one cohesive team.
• Passion & Purpose: We're passionate about our work and proud of it! Share inspirations, "geek out," and think big with us.
• Pay & Perks: Competitive pay and unique perks that make MSA stand out.
• Communities of Practice: Our think tanks and idea generators—regular collaboration and learning opportunities.
• Work-Life Integration: Life doesn't stop when work begins. We support your professional and personal balance.
• Commitment to Learning: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and cutting-edge technology to keep you connected and creative.
• Community Engagement: Giving back through volunteering, education, STEM outreach, and event participation, backed by corporate sponsorship and donations.

Best-in-Industry Benefits - Eligible employees enjoy:

• Quality Insurance Options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year for full-time employees
• Paid Holidays: 8 holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional time for birth parents under MSA’s Short Term Paid Leave
• Supplemental Insurance: 100% paid life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% employee-owned, with stock provided at no cost
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan: Generous employer match, immediately 100% vested
• Short Term Incentive (STIP) bonus

MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hr@msa-ps.com

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer