AI Program Manager

Alston Construction•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The AI Program Manager will lead the strategic implementation, governance, and operational integration of artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives across a nationwide commercial construction general contractor. This role serves as the bridge between business operations, technology teams, and field leadership to identify practical AI use cases that improve efficiency, decision-making, risk management, and scalability across the enterprise. The ideal candidate combines strong program management capabilities with business process improvement experience and a practical understanding of emerging AI technologies. This individual will drive cross-functional initiatives focused on operational excellence, workforce productivity, data strategy, and innovation adoption in both corporate and field environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Experience managing enterprise-wide cross-functional initiatives.
Excellent technical skills, to include expert knowledge of AI platforms such as Claude, Microsoft CoPilot, OpenAI, etc.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including interaction with executive leadership and field teams.
Ability to simplify technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience within construction environments preferred.

Responsibilities

Further develop and manage the company’s enterprise AI roadmap aligned with business objectives and operational priorities.
Identify, prioritize, and oversee AI initiatives across departments.
Lead AI pilot programs from concept through implementation, measurement, and enterprise scaling.
Assist in establishment and review of governance standards for responsible, secure, and compliant AI usage.
Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to construction and corporate operations.
Collaborate with operational leaders, project teams, and corporate departments to identify inefficiencies and automation opportunities.
Translate business challenges into practical AI-enabled solutions.
Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external AI vendors, consultants, and software providers.
Drive adoption of AI tools and workflows through training, communication, and change management initiatives.
Develop best practices, usage guidelines, and internal AI policies.
Partner with HR and training teams to support workforce education and responsible AI adoption.
Promote scalable solutions that improve productivity without disrupting operations.
Coordinate with IT to ensure AI initiatives align with enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and data governance standards.
Evaluate AI platforms, software integrations, and automation tools for operational fit and ROI.
Establish metrics and reporting frameworks to measure effectiveness, cost savings, risk reduction, and user adoption.
Support compliance with legal, privacy, and contractual obligations related to AI use.
Manage project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and implementation schedules for AI initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.