Enterprise AI, Automation & Data Strategy Leader

Black & Veatch; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 210,000 - 314,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch is seeking an Ops AI, Automation & Data Strategy Leader to define and advance the enterprise AI, automation, and data strategy across BV Operations. You will develop roadmaps, govern data and AI standards, and drive high-value opportunities across Engineering, Construction, Supply Chain, and more.

This role partners with BTS, D IT, and senior leaders to ensure secure, scalable solutions with measurable business value, championing responsible adoption and workforce readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
• 12+ years of applicable experience in EPC, engineering, construction, procurement, operations, technology enablement, digital transformation, innovation, or related leadership roles.
• Experience leading or supporting business transformation initiatives involving AI, automation, digital solutions, data strategy, analytics, or process improvement.
• Experience evaluating business needs, developing strategic roadmaps, building business cases, prioritizing investments, and driving adoption of new capabilities across complex organizations.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) including background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the BV Operations AI, automation, and data strategy, roadmaps, investment themes, and success measures aligned with business priorities.
• Evaluate emerging capabilities and translate technology and data trends into practical, high-value Operations opportunities.
• Establish governance, standards, decision rights, and risk-based reviews for AI, automation, and data.
• Partner with BTS and DIT to align with enterprise requirements and ensure security, auditability, data integrity, and accountability.
• Lead prioritization of AI, automation, and data opportunities based on strategic value, feasibility, risk, and scalability.
• Develop strategic recommendations and business cases with the Innovation Portfolio Manager and sponsors.
• Turn approved use cases into pilots, products, platforms, integrations, and scalable capabilities with partners.
• Coordinate with leaders and external partners to accelerate reuse, interoperability, and value across Operations.
• Champion adoption, workforce readiness, data stewardship, and human accountability with change leaders.
• Define value measures and advise executives on AI, automation, and data investments and roadmaps.

Skills

Management experience

AI & automation experience

Digital transformation experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Black & Veatch is seeking an Ops AI, Automation & Data Strategy Leader to define and advance the enterprise AI, automation, and data strategy across BV Operations. You will develop roadmaps, govern data and AI standards, and drive high-value opportunities across Engineering, Construction, Supply Chain, and more.

This role partners with BTS, D IT, and senior leaders to ensure secure, scalable solutions with measurable business value, championing responsible adoption and workforce readiness.