AI Engineer

Path Construction • Arlington Heights, IL

2d • $100,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Path Construction is seeking an AI Engineer to lead the development and implementation of AI-powered applications and custom software that improve how the company builds, manages, and operates its projects. The role focuses on solving business challenges through technology and helping shape construction through AI, automation, and innovation. The AI Engineer will partner with teams across the company to identify AI opportunities, automate workflows, and create proprietary tools that improve efficiency and support long-term growth. The position designs, develops, tests, and deploys AI solutions, integrates them with existing business systems, and develops software intended to provide a competitive advantage.

Path Construction is a national general contractor headquartered in Arlington Heights, Illinois, with projects and offices throughout the country. Founded in 2008, the company provides construction services across sectors including healthcare, higher education, multifamily, hospitality, retail, self-storage, senior living, transportation, water and wastewater treatment, convention centers, laboratories, correctional, and institutional projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in AI engineering, software engineering, machine learning, or application development.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C#, JavaScript, or similar languages, with experience building AI-powered applications, automation tools, or custom software.
• Familiarity with large language models (LLMs), generative AI, APIs, and modern AI platforms such as OpenAI, Azure AI, Anthropic, Google Vertex AI, or similar technologies.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, passion for innovation, and desire to build technology solutions that drive company growth and competitive advantage.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Experience integrating software with enterprise platforms such as Procore, P6, Autodesk, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or other business systems.
• Construction, architecture, engineering, or real estate development experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-powered applications and custom software that improve business operations and project execution.
• Identify opportunities to automate workflows and implement AI solutions across estimating, operations, project management, recruiting, accounting, and other business functions.
• Collaborate with business leaders and project teams to translate operational needs into practical AI and software solutions.
• Integrate AI solutions with existing business systems, including Procore, P6, Autodesk, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and other construction platforms.
• Research, evaluate, and implement emerging AI technologies that improve productivity, efficiency, and decision-making across the organization.
• Develop proprietary software, internal tools, and innovative technology solutions that support Path's long-term growth and competitive advantage.
• Ensure AI solutions follow best practices for security, data privacy, and responsible AI use.
• Build strong relationships across the organization and communicate technical concepts effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Annual salary range of $100,000–$130,000.
• Bonus plan.
• 401(k).
• PTO.
• Health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance.
• Company cellphone and computer.
• Certification training.
• Financial and mental health support through a third party.
• Travel and entertainment discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level