Ops AI, Automation & Data Leader Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Position: Ops AI, Automation & Data Leader Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies
** Ops AI, Automation & Data Leader*
* Date:
Oct 21, 2026

Location:

Overland Park, KS, US  Cary, NC, US  Orlando, FL, US  Phoenix, AZ, US  Dallas, TX, US  Ann Arbor, MI, US  Houston, TX, US  Greenwood Village, CO, US

Company:  Black & Veatch Family of Companies

** Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.*
* As an employee-owned company, our people _are_ Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

** Company :
** Black & Veatch Corporation

** Req  :
** 117407

** Opportunity Type :
** Staff

** Relocation eligible :
** No

** Full time/Part time :
** Full-Time

** Project Only Hire :
** No

** Visa Sponsorship Available:
** No

** Why Black & Veatch?*
* At Black & Veatch, you'll be part of work that matters-designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other-speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you'll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

** The Opportunity*
* The BV Operations AI, Automation & Data Strategy Leader is responsible for defining and advancing the enterprise-wide artificial intelligence and automation strategy for BV Operations. This role develops and coordinates strategies for AI, automation, and workflow optimization that improve productivity, quality, predictability, knowledge reuse, and business value across Engineering & Development Services, Construction, Supply Chain, Project Controls, Resource Optimization, Quality, Safety, and other Operations functions.

The role serves as the strategic bridge between BV Operations business priorities, Business Technology Services (BTS), Digital & Information Technology (D&IT), Solution and Sector leadership, and Operations functional leaders. The position identifies and prioritizes high-value opportunities, establishes responsible AI governance and standards, guides development and deployment approaches, and enables scalable adoption while maintaining human oversight, security, data integrity, and measurable value realization.

** Key Responsibilities*
* ** AI & Automation Strategy*
* + Develop and maintain the BV Operations AI and automation strategy, roadmaps, investment themes, and success measures aligned with business priorities.

+ Evaluate emerging capabilities and translate technology trends into practical, high-value Operations opportunities.

** Responsible AI Governance & Standards*
* + Establish governance, standards, decision rights, and risk-based review practices for AI and automation.

+ Partner with D&IT, Enterprise Evolution, Legal, Risk, Security, and other stakeholders to align with enterprise requirements and ensure security, auditability, validation, and professional accountability.

** Opportunity & Portfolio Direction*
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