Overview
Joining Arup. Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Data Services is a core enabling function that helps the organization make better, faster, and more confident decisions through data and AI. The team designs, builds, and operates data and AI platforms, analytics, and governance capabilities that support business priorities across the enterprise. Working closely with stakeholders, Data Services turns complex data into trusted insights, scalable solutions, and reusable foundations that drive value, innovation, and performance.
The Opportunity: At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
The Head of AI Strategy plays a pivotal role in shaping how the organisation leverages artificial intelligence to transform planning, design, engineering and business operations. This leader partners with technical experts, project delivery teams, and business leadership to identify high-value AI applications—ranging from design automation and predictive analytics to project risk management and digital twins—and ensures they are deployed responsibly and effectively. The role requires strong domain understanding of AEC workflows combined with strategic vision, technical fluency, and cross-functional leadership.
Did you know: Our Digital Technology team are proud prior winners of the IT Team of the Year Award at the Chartered Institute of IT’s UK IT Industry Awards.
Responsibilities
* Lead or contribute to digital strategy development, roadmaps and multi-year transformation programs on a global scale.
* Define and govern ML Ops concepts, AI governance, and responsible AI requirements.
* Influence and align stakeholders with a high level of emotional intelligence and strategic thinking.
* Develop and communicate a clear enterprise AI strategy that aligns with AEC business models, design/engineering workflows, construction operations, and digital delivery.
* Translate complex technology trends into actionable initiatives for technical, operational, and executive audiences.
Qualifications
* Experience leading or contributing to digital strategy development, roadmaps and multi-year transformation programs on a global scale.
* Understanding of ML Ops concepts, AI governance, and responsible AI requirements.
* High emotional intelligence and skilled at influencing, building trust and alignment.
* Strategic thinker with strong understanding of AEC business models, design/engineering workflows, construction operations, and digital delivery.
* Strong foundational understanding of AI/ML principles and familiarity with common AI/ML frameworks and ecosystems.
* Ability to translate complex technology trends into a clear and actionable enterprise strategy across technical, operational and executive stakeholders.
What We Offer You
* Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package aimed at health and wellbeing, learning opportunities, and impact through work.
* Profit Share and opportunities to share in the results of our collective efforts.
* Private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, and income protection, with flexible benefits to support you and your family.
Equal opportunity and inclusion: Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and encourage a culture of belonging. We are committed to accessibility in recruitment and the workplace; please request reasonable adjustments if needed during the application or interview process.
Application Process
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