AI Program Manager

• 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.

Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities include:

• 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 within construction environments preferred.
• 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.

Travel will be required for this position.

Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.