Data Scientist

Job Summary

CRH is seeking a Data Scientist to join the Intelligence Digital Products team within the Strategy function. The team is focused on systematically exploring and understanding the trends that will shape the construction industry, identifying where CRH can create value, and enabling better strategic decisions across the business.

Working with a combination of internal operational data, external market intelligence, and project-based insights, you will help uncover emerging risks and opportunities for CRH and the wider construction sector. The team uses data, research, and scenario analysis to support fact-based discussions and provide a forward-looking perspective on industry developments.

In this role, you will generate actionable insights through analysis and visualization, supporting multiple Strategy teams and senior leadership. You will be part of a high-performing, fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and professional development.

This role is based at our corporate office in the Perimeter area of Atlanta, GA – hybrid work schedule

• Develop clear analytical reports and visualizations to communicate insights from exploratory analysis, trends, and model outputs to business stakeholders
• Support end-to-end ML workflows by contributing to data preparation, feature/label creation, baseline modelling, and evaluation
• Apply reproducible build practices (modular code, version control, documented assumptions, repeatable experiments).
• Contribute to improving efficiency of data and ML processes through practical performance optimization (efficient transformations, scalable data handling, reduced runtime in pipelines).
• Write SQL as needed for data profiling, feature dataset creation, and ETL/ELT validation (quality checks, reconciliations, incremental logic).
• Partner with BI, data engineering, and product teams to translate business questions into data and modelling requirements
• Follow established standards for data integrity, consistency, and security

• Hands-on experience with machine learning tools, cloud platforms, and data warehousing;
  Snowflake exposure is a plus
• Strong Python or R skills for advanced analysis (e.g., data wrangling, statistical analysis, modeling) required
• Structure ambiguous questions, define success metrics, and translate analysis/model outputs into clear business decisions
• Produce stakeholder-ready storytelling through strong report design and effective visualizations
• Experience using SQL and other exploratory data analytics to create clean datasets, build/evaluate baseline ML models, and deliver reproducible, well-documented work (Git/notebooks)
• Commitment to staying up to date on the latest developments in the AI/ML ecosystem and apply relevant techniques
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with cross-functional teams
• Self-starter mindset with high initiative; comfortable in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in data science, statistics, mathematics, computer science, engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience in data science, analytics, or a related role, with demonstrated delivery of analytical or ML projects
• Proficiency in Python and/or R for data analysis and statistical modelling
• Experience with business intelligence tools such as Tableau and/or PowerBI
• Understanding of Big data and data cloud-solutions, preferably Azure and Snowflake
• Familiarity with data pipeline tools and ETL processes
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguous requirements and explain complex analytical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience working in a multinational environment is a bonus

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

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