Mortenson Construction

AI Engineer

Mortenson Construction$85K — $128K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering or related field.
  • 2+ years in AI/ML engineering or applied data science.
  • Prior experience in construction, architecture, engineering, or real estate development preferred.
  • Experience with LLMs, multimodal models, or generative AI.
  • Strong proficiency in Python, ML frameworks, PowerBI, and data tools.
  • Exposure to enterprise construction platforms like Procore or Autodesk.

Responsibilities

  • Test and evaluate AI solutions within and beyond enterprise systems.
  • Translate business needs into AI solutions ready for implementation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align goals and promote innovation.
  • Work with structured and unstructured data from construction platforms.
  • Partner with Data Solutions to support scalable AI implementations.
  • Ensure AI solutions comply with standards for security and privacy.
  • Build effective relationships across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans with no-cost vision coverage.
  • Dental plan available.
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous company match.
  • Paid time off and paid leaves including holidays.
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Access to a no-cost mental health tool and extensive work-life resources.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
  • Adoption assistance offered.
  • Gym membership discounts.
Full Job Description
Job Description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an AI Engineer that will play a key role in developing, testing, and deploying AI solutions that enhance decision-making, automate workflows, and unlock new value across the enterprise and with project teams. This role will integrate models and AI solutions into enterprise systems and field applications, working closely with cross-functional teams, to ensure alignment between business needs and data architecture, defining data models for specific focus areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Test and evaluate AI solutions and functionalities within and beyond enterprise solutions
  • Translate business requirements into business-ready AI solutions
  • Collaborate with business partners, presenting goals, objective and findings to non-technical audiences to promote innovation aligned with R&D efforts of the organization
  • Work with structured and unstructured data from construction platforms (eg. Procore, Autodesk)
  • Partner with Data Solutions to apply reusable components and pipelines to support and implement scalable AI solutions for team members, supporting domain experts across ITS and operations
  • Ensure AI solutions meet Mortenson's standards for security, privacy, and responsible use
  • Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
  • (If applicable) All other duties as assigned


QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering or related field.
  • 2+ years in experience in AI/ML engineering or applied data science
  • Prior work in construction, architecture, engineering, or real estate development, preferred
  • Experience with LLMs, multimodal models, or generative AI (eg. Azure AI Foundry, Google Vertex)
  • Familiarity with agent frameworks, agentic workflows, and knowledge graph, preferred
  • Strong proficiency in Python, ML frameworks, PowerBI, and data tools
  • Exposure to enterprise construction platforms or solutions (eg. Procore, Autodesk, Oracle)
  • Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
  • Ability to travel up to 15%
  • Driver's license required


A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym Membership Discount Program


The base pay range for this role is $85,300 - $128,000. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%). If applicable: This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

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Please make note:
  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.


About Mortenson Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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