AI & Data Consultant for Smart Buildings — Hybrid Role

Buro Happold; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Generous PTO (4 weeks) + 10 holidays

401k with company match

Hybrid working environment

Licenses reimbursements

Job summary

Buro Happold is seeking an experienced AI & Data Consultant to join our Digital Advisory Team in the United States. You will transform complex, fragmented data into meaningful insights using Snowflake, Databricks, SQL, Python, and AI techniques to drive business and sustainability outcomes.

Work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver data-driven solutions for buildings, campuses, infrastructure, and cities.

Qualifications

• Degree in a quantitative, data-related, or built environment discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience with Snowflake and/or Databricks in a professional environment.
• 2+ years of experience using SQL and Python for data analysis, transformation, automation, or engineering.
• Experience applying machine learning and AI techniques to real-world business or operational challenges.
• Familiarity with AI/ML tools and frameworks such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or cloud-based ML services.
• Understanding of large language models (LLMs) and generative AI in analytics.
• Strong judgment on when AI-driven solutions add value vs. simpler approaches.
• Experience designing data pipelines and analytical products from complex datasets.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and commercial awareness.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Ability to present technical findings to clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain data pipelines and models in Snowflake and Databricks for client analytics and reporting.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries to produce clean, analysis-ready data.
• Apply AI/ML techniques to generate predictive insights and automate analysis.
• Support development and integration of AI capabilities including forecasting and anomaly detection.
• Collaborate with clients and vendors to validate data across platforms.
• Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Ensure data quality, governance, and best practices across engagements.
• Create compelling visualizations and narratives for technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Snowflake/Databricks

SQL

Python

ML/AI techniques

LLMs & Generative AI

Data pipelines

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Tableau/Power BI

Communication skills

Built environment interest

Education

Bachelor’s or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Tableau

Power BI

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

Buro Happold is seeking an experienced AI & Data Consultant to join our Digital Advisory Team in the United States. You will transform complex, fragmented data into meaningful insights using Snowflake, Databricks, SQL, Python, and AI techniques to drive business and sustainability outcomes.

Work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver data-driven solutions for buildings, campuses, infrastructure, and cities.