Regional Data and AI Leader

Arup

The Role

Overview

Lead regional data & AI advisory, drive business development & build teams across US/Canada

Key Responsibilities

  • data strategy
  • ai advisory
  • risk management
  • quality control
  • project management
  • business development

Tasks

-Advise clients on their data and AI strategy and implementation roadmap. -Identify and address potential issues or risks; ensure compliance with contractual obligations and quality standards. -Represent Arup as a Data Strategy and AI leader with vision, innovator, and partner of choice in the marketplace. People Management / Team Leadership -Monitor project budgets and financial performance to achieve revenue targets and profit margins. -Supervise proposal and bid preparation; talk contracts and terms. -Work with Market Leaders in Rail, Aviation, and Water to expand digital advisory relationships with existing clients and open relationships with new clients. -Implement quality control measures to monitor and improve project outcomes and client satisfaction. -Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resources; provide oversight and guidance to staff. -Identify suitable partners for major pursuits. -Support career development through mentoring, coaching, and participation in promotion and review processes. -Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction. -Identify and mitigate project risks related to technical, regulatory, and contractual requirements. -Assess expertise in current regional digital team to support Data and AI advisory projects. -Identify staffing needs and participate in recruitment and hiring. -Develop data and AI advisory service offerings relevant to the market. -Lead business development strategies to win new projects and diversify services. -Implement financial controls and risk management practices. -Advise clients on technology vendors and assist procurement to deliver on data and AI strategies. -Upskill digital staff to support Data and AI Advisory projects.

Requirements

  • 15 years
  • data governance
  • ai/ml
  • rail
  • business development
  • bachelor’s

What You Bring

-Minimum of 15 years’ professional experience in digital consulting, with industry recognition through awards, publications, and speaking engagements. -Possess solid understanding of principles of data governance, information management, data architecture, and AI/ML. -Experience in the Rail, Aviation, and/or Water sectors in the US and Canada is preferred. -Proven track record in business development, client relationship management, and technical project delivery. -Extensive experience in directing and managing data and AI consulting projects. -Bachelor’s degree required.

The Company

About Arup

-Specializing in infrastructure, architecture, engineering, and urban planning. -Portfolio spans globally recognized projects, from landmark buildings to major transportation systems. -Engineers, designers, and planners deliver cutting-edge, innovative solutions that anticipate future needs. -Key projects include the Sydney Opera House, Crossrail in London, and the Eden Project in the UK. -Collaborative approach integrates diverse disciplines to create solutions that drive progress and innovation. -A global leader in engineering consultancy with a unique culture prioritizing creativity and client-centered solutions.

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