DPR Construction
## **Job Description**Principal AI EngineerJoin a dynamic and fast-evolving team that is building next-generation AI-based tools and agent systems for the construction Industry. Our AI and Data Team is focused on designing intelligent AI agents, and copilots using modern AI/ML techniques.You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, data engineers, and technical leads, to ensure alignment between business needs and data architecture and define data models for specific focus areas.Responsibilities
Architecture and design: Lead the design of AI/ML infrastructure, platforms, and services, ensuring they are reliable, performant, and scalable.
End-to-end development: Own the entire lifecycle of AI projects, including prompt engineering, workflow design, model deployment, and A/B testing.
Technical leadership: Mentor and guide teams, hold a high technical bar for solutions, and partner with other senior engineers to align technical solutions with business needs.
Implementation: Write code in languages like Python, build APIs and microservices, and integrate AI/ML models into existing systems.
Continuous learning: Stay current with rapidly evolving AI technologies, such as LLMs and agentic AI patterns.
Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including product managers, Business users, and security teams, to deliver AI-powered products.
Problem-solving: Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.
Integrate AI: Assist in the development and execute comprehensive plans to integrate AI technologies into business processes, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and boosting employee productivity.
AI Rollout: Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of AI solutions by implementing best practices for AI model development, deployment, and maintenance.Qualifications
At least 3 years of experience with Software Development, Machine Learning.
At least 2 years of experience Generative AI, specifically with Large Language Models (LLM)
Excellent knowledge of machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks (e.g. Tensorflow, Pytorch), and statistical methods.
Experience with generative AI concepts such as Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agentic workflows, training LLMs with structured and unstructured data sets
Experience with Data Connectors and API gateways that support seamless communication between systems.
Deep subject matter expertise in AI technologies, including but not limited to Copilot Studio, OpenAI, Semantic Kernels, Azure AI Foundry, Google Gemini, Microsoft 365, and M365 Copilot or Anthropic or AWS platforms.
Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps tools.
Strong programming skills in Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks
Proficiency in vector databases and embedding models for retrieval tasks
Understanding of Knowledge Graph is a plus
Possess strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.### ### ### ### DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.Explore our open opportunities at .DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our If you are seeking information on how DPR protects applicant data, please review our . #J-18808-Ljbffr
Architecture and design: Lead the design of AI/ML infrastructure, platforms, and services, ensuring they are reliable, performant, and scalable.
End-to-end development: Own the entire lifecycle of AI projects, including prompt engineering, workflow design, model deployment, and A/B testing.
Technical leadership: Mentor and guide teams, hold a high technical bar for solutions, and partner with other senior engineers to align technical solutions with business needs.
Implementation: Write code in languages like Python, build APIs and microservices, and integrate AI/ML models into existing systems.
Continuous learning: Stay current with rapidly evolving AI technologies, such as LLMs and agentic AI patterns.
Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including product managers, Business users, and security teams, to deliver AI-powered products.
Problem-solving: Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.
Integrate AI: Assist in the development and execute comprehensive plans to integrate AI technologies into business processes, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and boosting employee productivity.
AI Rollout: Ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of AI solutions by implementing best practices for AI model development, deployment, and maintenance.Qualifications
At least 3 years of experience with Software Development, Machine Learning.
At least 2 years of experience Generative AI, specifically with Large Language Models (LLM)
Excellent knowledge of machine learning algorithms, deep learning frameworks (e.g. Tensorflow, Pytorch), and statistical methods.
Experience with generative AI concepts such as Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agentic workflows, training LLMs with structured and unstructured data sets
Experience with Data Connectors and API gateways that support seamless communication between systems.
Deep subject matter expertise in AI technologies, including but not limited to Copilot Studio, OpenAI, Semantic Kernels, Azure AI Foundry, Google Gemini, Microsoft 365, and M365 Copilot or Anthropic or AWS platforms.
Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps tools.
Strong programming skills in Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks
Proficiency in vector databases and embedding models for retrieval tasks
Understanding of Knowledge Graph is a plus
Possess strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.### ### ### ### DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.Explore our open opportunities at .DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our If you are seeking information on how DPR protects applicant data, please review our . #J-18808-Ljbffr