AI Strategy Leader for Design & Engineering Innovation

Arup; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Head of AI Strategy to shape how we leverage artificial intelligence across planning, design and business operations. You will partner with technical experts, project delivery teams, and senior leadership to identify high-value AI applications and ensure they are deployed responsibly and effectively.

This role requires deep knowledge of AEC workflows, strategic vision, and strong cross-functional leadership to drive multi-year transformation programs on a global scale.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or contributing to digital strategy development, roadmaps and multi-year transformation programs on a global scale.
• Understanding of ML Ops concepts, AI governance, and responsible AI requirements.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and ability to influence stakeholders at executive level.

Responsibilities

• Define AI strategy and roadmap for Arup, aligning with business goals.
• Partner with technical experts, project delivery teams, and leaders to identify high-value AI applications.
• Ensure responsible and effective deployment of AI across planning, design, engineering and operations.

Skills

Digital strategy

Roadmaps

AI governance

ML Ops

Stakeholder influence

AEC workflows

AI/ML fundamentals

Job description

Arup is seeking a Head of AI Strategy to shape how we leverage artificial intelligence across planning, design and business operations. You will partner with technical experts, project delivery teams, and senior leadership to identify high-value AI applications and ensure they are deployed responsibly and effectively.

This role requires deep knowledge of AEC workflows, strategic vision, and strong cross-functional leadership to drive multi-year transformation programs on a global scale.