Senior Research Program Manager, Construction
Core
Lead a portfolio of forward-looking construction research programs at the intersection of research strategy, construction domain expertise, and AI-enabled workflows.
Role type
Senior Research Program Manager (Construction & AI)
Builds
Integrated program plans, research lifecycles, and strategic alignment for construction technology initiatives.
Domain
Construction Technology (AEC), AI/Generative AI, Digital Twins, BIM/VDC
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Program management, ambiguity management, stakeholder coordination, construction domain fluency, research lifecycle management, strategic prioritization, executive communication, resource management, external partnership coordination
Preferred skills
Construction technology/AEC experience, BIM/VDC/Reality capture knowledge, applied research/innovation background, AI/ML familiarity, data integration experience
Technologies
Jira, Confluence, Miro, Slack, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Revit, Navisworks, Forma, Tandem
Responsibilities
Lead program management for construction research initiatives spanning multiple projects and partnerships; Manage the research lifecycle from opportunity framing to transition; Bring construction domain fluency to engage with partners and connect research to industry needs; Coordinate AI and emerging technology research programs; Drive accountability and communicate clearly via dashboards and executive summaries; Manage resources and external engagements including budgets and academic partnerships
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight