AI Analyst

PCL Construction•Houston, TX

About The Position

PCL Industrial Construction Co. is hiring an AI Analyst in Houston, Texas, to turn innovative ideas into real-world solutions using AI and data to solve complex problems, improve workflows, and help shape the future of construction at PCL. The role works across business and technical teams to identify, design, build, test, and support AI-enabled solutions for operational processes. The AI Analyst contributes to business cases and implementation plans, prototypes solutions such as agents, automations, and integrations, and evaluates model outputs for accuracy and reliability. The role also supports user acceptance testing, monitors tool usage and performance, helps ensure privacy and security standards are met, and builds user confidence through training and ongoing guidance. The analyst stays informed about emerging AI technologies and contributes to evaluating and recommending tools and platforms.

Requirements

Degree or diploma in computing science, information technology, engineering, data science, business administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
3–5 years of progressive experience in software development, data science, business analysis, or technology implementation.
Genuine enthusiasm for AI, with a track record of applying AI tools to solve real problems at work or in personal projects.
Hands-on experience building with AI tools, such as scripting, low-code automation, or working with APIs.
Demonstrated business acumen, including process mapping and requirements documentation, and the ability to translate business needs into AI-enabled solutions that improve operational workflows and outcomes.
Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills, including the ability to explain AI clearly to field and project teams, from superintendents to executives, and support data-driven decision-making.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work through ambiguous problems and find practical solutions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Python, or with training and fine-tuning models, is an asset.

Responsibilities

Work with cross-functional teams to identify and apply AI solutions to operational workflows and processes.
Analyze workflows to define problems and prioritize AI use cases based on value, impact, feasibility, and risk.
Contribute to business cases and implementation plans for AI use cases.
Design, build, and configure AI solutions such as agents, automations, and integrations, based on requirements gathered with business and technical teams.
Prototype and test AI solutions, including designing prompts and evaluating model outputs for accuracy and reliability.
Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and monitor the usage, accuracy, and performance of AI-enabled tools.
Help ensure AI-enabled tools meet data privacy and security standards.
Build user confidence and capability with AI-enabled tools through training, guidance, and ongoing support.
Stay informed about emerging AI technologies and contribute to evaluating and recommending tools and platforms.

Benefits

Employee ownership opportunities
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development, and mentorship programs
Training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles, and grow across sectors and regions