McKim & Creed, Inc.
What if you had the opportunity to do something you love and make a difference in people' lives at the same time? McKim & Creed is a company of People Helping People. And that's what gets us energized. That's why we're excited to get up and go to work every day.
McKim & Creed is a unique, employee-owned firm with a reputation for extraordinary state‑of‑the‑art engineering and surveying services provided by exceptional employees. We have over 1,000 staff members in offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Louisiana, Virginia, Georgia, Texas, Delaware and Pennsylvania. If you want to work at a company where you can make a difference on day one, we're glad you found McKim & Creed.
Position Overview As a Corporate AI Specialist, you will develop and implement AI‑driven solutions to optimize engineering workflows, enhance predictive modeling, and improve decision‑making across the enterprise. You'll collaborate with IT leadership, engineers, surveyors, project managers and corporate team members to bring intelligent automation and data insights into real‑world applications. These applications will be both internal and external client facing. This position can be located in any of our southeastern offices.
What to Expect Day‑to‑Day AI Solution Development & Implementation
Quickly develop, prototype, and implement selected project ideas
Develop a toolbox of AI tools that can be used to create AI‑based agents and applications
Develop client‑facing AI tools and workflows that can be integrated into project delivery
Platform Integration & Technical Enablement
Integrate AI tools with BIM (Building Information Modeling) and GIS platforms
Ensure compatibility of AI solutions with operational systems like SCADA, telemetry, CMMS, and CAD workflows
Analyze large datasets from sensors, drones, and IoT devices to inform engineering decisions
Work with internal technical teams to enable cloud‑based and on‑premise deployment pipelines
Communicate with team members about how selected AI tools may be applied to specific problems
Strategic Collaboration & Prioritization
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify AI opportunities across disciplines
Partner with leadership to prioritize the AI project backlog in alignment with business goals
Stay current with AI trends, tools, and use cases relevant to engineering and infrastructure
Assess cost-benefit of AI investments and maintain a roadmap of high-value initiatives
Education, Communication & Knowledge Sharing
Deliver Lunch & Learn sessions to organization staff about AI tools, workflows, and progress
Share initiative updates via presentations, emails, and dashboards for transparency and adoption
Document tool usage guides and deployment steps for reusability and handoff
Translate complex AI concepts into business and engineering‑relevant terms
Advocate for AI adoption through demos, internal showcases, and pilot programs
Collaborate with the Innovation Team as part of the 2030 Strategic Plan
What You'll Need
Demonstrated experience with AI development tools, data analytics and workflow automation tools in real‑world applications
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Familiarity with engineering or infrastructure‑related software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat)
Hands‑on experience with programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Comfortable working with large datasets and integrating tools into existing business processes
Ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to train, coach, or onboard others on new tools and workflows
Active listener who can gather user needs, ask clarifying questions, and develop relevant solutions
Familiarity with databases, data modeling, and platforms such as Power BI
Awareness of system‑level security principles in the context of digital tools or connected infrastructure
Some overnight travel may be required
Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record
What Will Make You Stand Out Technical & Domain Expertise
Understanding of CAD/BIM workflows and opportunities for AI enhancement
Exposure to CMMS/EAMS or asset lifecycle management platforms
Integration of GIS platforms (e.g., Esri), spatial modeling, or site analytics
Experience optimizing document review and markup workflows (Bluebeam, Adobe)
Proficiency in developing or integrating AI/ML applications into cloud or hybrid environments
Familiarity with anomaly detection or cybersecurity standards (especially for OT systems)
Experience building or supporting internal decision‑support tools for engineering teams
Working knowledge of sustainability, operational efficiency, or infrastructure benchmarking
Communication & Collaboration
Skilled at translating complex AI/ML concepts into accessible, user‑friendly formats
Experience facilitating internal training or Lunch & Learn sessions
Strong documentation and storytelling capabilities (proposals, internal reports, or briefings)
Comfortable presenting to diverse audiences, including clients, engineers, and senior leadership
Project Execution & Innovation
Demonstrated ability to identify scalable, repeatable AI use cases
Comfortable working independently and within cross‑disciplinary teams
Ability to prioritize tasks across multiple concurrent initiatives
Familiarity with agile/iterative development approaches or fast prototyping cycles
Passion for learning, testing new technologies, and tracking infrastructure trends
What We Offer Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP):
All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
Competitive pay & paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way
WATCH THIS VIDEO TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT IT'S LIKE TO BE A PART OF OUR TEAM! McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.
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McKim & Creed is a unique, employee-owned firm with a reputation for extraordinary state‑of‑the‑art engineering and surveying services provided by exceptional employees. We have over 1,000 staff members in offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Louisiana, Virginia, Georgia, Texas, Delaware and Pennsylvania. If you want to work at a company where you can make a difference on day one, we're glad you found McKim & Creed.
Position Overview As a Corporate AI Specialist, you will develop and implement AI‑driven solutions to optimize engineering workflows, enhance predictive modeling, and improve decision‑making across the enterprise. You'll collaborate with IT leadership, engineers, surveyors, project managers and corporate team members to bring intelligent automation and data insights into real‑world applications. These applications will be both internal and external client facing. This position can be located in any of our southeastern offices.
What to Expect Day‑to‑Day AI Solution Development & Implementation
Quickly develop, prototype, and implement selected project ideas
Develop a toolbox of AI tools that can be used to create AI‑based agents and applications
Develop client‑facing AI tools and workflows that can be integrated into project delivery
Platform Integration & Technical Enablement
Integrate AI tools with BIM (Building Information Modeling) and GIS platforms
Ensure compatibility of AI solutions with operational systems like SCADA, telemetry, CMMS, and CAD workflows
Analyze large datasets from sensors, drones, and IoT devices to inform engineering decisions
Work with internal technical teams to enable cloud‑based and on‑premise deployment pipelines
Communicate with team members about how selected AI tools may be applied to specific problems
Strategic Collaboration & Prioritization
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify AI opportunities across disciplines
Partner with leadership to prioritize the AI project backlog in alignment with business goals
Stay current with AI trends, tools, and use cases relevant to engineering and infrastructure
Assess cost-benefit of AI investments and maintain a roadmap of high-value initiatives
Education, Communication & Knowledge Sharing
Deliver Lunch & Learn sessions to organization staff about AI tools, workflows, and progress
Share initiative updates via presentations, emails, and dashboards for transparency and adoption
Document tool usage guides and deployment steps for reusability and handoff
Translate complex AI concepts into business and engineering‑relevant terms
Advocate for AI adoption through demos, internal showcases, and pilot programs
Collaborate with the Innovation Team as part of the 2030 Strategic Plan
What You'll Need
Demonstrated experience with AI development tools, data analytics and workflow automation tools in real‑world applications
Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to collaborate across teams
Familiarity with engineering or infrastructure‑related software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat)
Hands‑on experience with programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Comfortable working with large datasets and integrating tools into existing business processes
Ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to train, coach, or onboard others on new tools and workflows
Active listener who can gather user needs, ask clarifying questions, and develop relevant solutions
Familiarity with databases, data modeling, and platforms such as Power BI
Awareness of system‑level security principles in the context of digital tools or connected infrastructure
Some overnight travel may be required
Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record
What Will Make You Stand Out Technical & Domain Expertise
Understanding of CAD/BIM workflows and opportunities for AI enhancement
Exposure to CMMS/EAMS or asset lifecycle management platforms
Integration of GIS platforms (e.g., Esri), spatial modeling, or site analytics
Experience optimizing document review and markup workflows (Bluebeam, Adobe)
Proficiency in developing or integrating AI/ML applications into cloud or hybrid environments
Familiarity with anomaly detection or cybersecurity standards (especially for OT systems)
Experience building or supporting internal decision‑support tools for engineering teams
Working knowledge of sustainability, operational efficiency, or infrastructure benchmarking
Communication & Collaboration
Skilled at translating complex AI/ML concepts into accessible, user‑friendly formats
Experience facilitating internal training or Lunch & Learn sessions
Strong documentation and storytelling capabilities (proposals, internal reports, or briefings)
Comfortable presenting to diverse audiences, including clients, engineers, and senior leadership
Project Execution & Innovation
Demonstrated ability to identify scalable, repeatable AI use cases
Comfortable working independently and within cross‑disciplinary teams
Ability to prioritize tasks across multiple concurrent initiatives
Familiarity with agile/iterative development approaches or fast prototyping cycles
Passion for learning, testing new technologies, and tracking infrastructure trends
What We Offer Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP):
All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
Competitive pay & paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way
WATCH THIS VIDEO TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT IT'S LIKE TO BE A PART OF OUR TEAM! McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.
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