Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning Lead 

Want to work with the most sought-after minds and most talked-about AI projects? Your experience of working on complex Projects might just make you our new Artificial Intelligence/ Machine Learning Lead.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary. 

Your next role 

Buro Happold seeks to harness the power of Al/ML, Data Science and Automation to increase the productivity, reduce the cost of delivery, improve product quality and consistency, and minimise reworking. We have been long-time Technology investors and are seen as industry leaders. We have pockets of world-class excellence in the firm and a long-established Computational team that has distributed capability throughout the business. However, the advent of larger, more complex projects, with our headcount expansion and drive to work across our local portfolios and global workshare community, requires a step change in how we ensure that we fully embrace Automation so that every project benefits from the potential productivity increases that these workflows and tools hold. 

The AI/ML Lead will drive and work on the adoption of automation tools on assignments within their Business Unit. This role includes developing and implementing regional strategies and working together with our highly engaged community of Engineers/Professionals to develop increasingly streamlined and automated workflow approaches to their work delivery. He will manage all areas of automation adoption for their region including delivering the Regional Automation Plans, maintaining a network of Project Automation Leads in their region and driving adoption of the centrally developed automation tools, keeps track of tool usage on all the projects in the region and is responsible for training the Project Automation Leads. This role also includes data dash boarding thereby enabling data-driven decision-making, across our multidisciplinary teams. This role is central to our digital transformation strategy, enabling smarter workflows, predictive insights, and enhanced project deliveries ensuring compliance with our Global IT, Automation and AI/ML governance policies

As a capable AI/ML Lead, we would expect you to be able to Walk the Talk on strategy and its implementation plan, demonstrate visible progress across teams, projects and delivers on margin improvement. Key responsibilities include:

Leadership and Team Management:

• Guide, mentor, and oversee a team of Project Automation Leads.
• Cultivate a collaborative team culture uniting the region.
• Hold regular team meetings and assess teams’ requirements.
• Coordinate and report on the adoption of Automation in your region to Regional Automation Lead.
• Ensure mass adoption of Automation across Teams and Projects.

Regional Automation Strategy:

• Working closely with Regional Automation Lead and within our global automation strategy, develop the region’s Automation strategy to advance Buro Happold’s workflow automation adoption over the next five years, including automation policy compliance, project adoption targets and reporting. 
• Drive the growth of automation adoption on projects leveraging Buro Happold’s Computational Engineering strengths and BIM knowledge.
• Leading the Automation in the region to stay ahead of market competition by identifying and incorporating cutting-edge technologies and approaches.
• Ensure adherence to our Global Automation, AI/ML governance guidelines. 

Training:

• Provide comprehensive technical advice to Project Automation Leads, Engineers and tool users.
• Maintain regional Technology KO templates, guidance, tool settings, training videos and region-relevant automation workflow library.
• Provide training on all the automation tools selected for the region by the BU Discipline Leads.

Project Delivery/Technical:

• Advise the PP’s, PD’s & PL’s as required and requested.
• Develop briefs and automation project plans, incorporating operational insights.
• Develop Cloud based applications including LLM/GenAI and deploy them on projects.
• Ensure the financial success of projects.
• Identify opportunities for project automation improvements and implement best practices.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of automation tools and report it to the Regional Automation Lead.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project efficiencies.
• Ensure delivering Margin enhancement across Teams, Disciplines, Projects along with GD’s/PD’s/PL’s/JL’s.

Your Skills & Experience 

• Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications in AI/ML preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in AI/ML, Data Analytics and/or Automation (ideally within the AEC sector).
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Machine Learning and Deep Learning Algorithms.
• Experience with Data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Familiarity with construction tech platforms (e.g., Procore, BIM 360).
• Knowledge of scripting for Automation preferred (e.g., Dynamo, Grasshopper, Forge API).
• Strong problem solving, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with engineering data (structural, environmental, geospatial, BIM data) is a strong plus.

Technical Skills:

• Develop and deploy machine learning models for applications such as predictive analysis, energy optimization, and project data management.
• Hands on experience of working with LLM (Large Language Models).
• Analyze structured and unstructured data from BIM, spread sheets and other project design and management systems.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to embed AI/ML and Data Science driven solutions into project workflows.
• Create intuitive dashboards and data visualizations to support strategic decisions.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities in design, documentation, and construction processes.
• Evaluate emerging tools and lead their integration into existing systems.
• Stay updated on global trends in AI/ML, and Automation relevant to the built environment.
• Contribute to the digital road mapping and innovation strategy for India region.
• Conduct training, demos, and workshops to build AI/ML capabilities across teams.

Soft Skills:

• Proactive, confident, persuasive, progressive and forward looking.
• Ability to understand business & domain requirements.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Team player with leadership capabilities.
• Professional approach.
• Ability to take on additional responsibilities, maximise efficiency, manage priorities.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Holds relevant industry qualifications and memberships.
• Line managing, nurturing, and developing a high-performing team

What we offer you

• Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies. 
• Competitive salary and benefits package including Annual Discretionary Bonus, Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme for both you and your family, Group Personal Accident Cover
• Our 5-day workweek policy supports work-life balance, ensuring you have time to relax and recharge.
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you
• Receive entitlements to two professional memberships or subscriptions, fostering your professional network and knowledge
• Benefit from our Employee Referral Bonus, rewarding you for bringing talented candidates into our fold
• A commitment to your wellbeing through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellness initiatives designed to support your mental and physical health
• Back to Work Program for Women - Swam Siddha - We're committed to empowering women, facilitating seamless re-entry into the workforce through our dedicated program
• Engage with our vibrant community through the Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, and BH Women's Network, fostering a supportive and diverse workplace culture
• Make a difference in the world with our Share Our Skills (SOS) program, offering opportunities to support local communities and those in need globally.
• An International Culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional.

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At Buro Happold, everyone else’s extraordinary is just our everyday. 

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A place for everyone

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive. 

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact [email protected] so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.