Data Analytics and AI Manager

Ardurra is seeking a Data Analytics & AI Manager to join our team in Dallas, TX! This position is open to remote applicants (preferably near major Ardurra offices).

Ardurra is a multidisciplinary civil engineering services firm which provides broad-based solutions tailored to the specific needs of the public and private sector.

We leverage the depth of our professional and technical expertise, as well as our integrated structure, to deliver practical, innovative solutions for our clients.

We have been creating opportunities for our employees to develop both personally and professionally.

As a result, our team has contributed to some of the nation’s most important infrastructure projects.

These are projects that can positively impact people’s lives.

Primary Function:

You’ll be responsible for developing Ardurra’s enterprise data foundation, building analytics and automation capabilities, and working directly with business leaders to deliver measurable impact through data insights and AI-driven efficiencies.

You will combine strong technical execution skills with strategic thinking.

This role is ideal for someone who can architect and build data solutions hands-on, while shaping the direction of Ardurra’s data and AI initiatives.

Primary Duties:

Data Strategy & Execution


* Translate business priorities into actionable data and AI solutions across HR, Finance, Operations, Legal, and other functions.


* Define and execute the data and analytics roadmap in alignment with the company’s digital transformation goals.


* Balance strategy and delivery — able to design, build, and implement solutions end-to-end.

Data Platform & Engineering


* Build and manage a centralized data lake on Ardurra’s Azure environment using Microsoft Fabric and related technologies.


* Design and maintain data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and ensure strong data quality and governance.

Integration & Automation


* Leverage Workato as the enterprise integration and automation platform to connect systems, streamline processes, and reduce manual effort.


* Identify automation and AI opportunities to improve productivity across business functions.


* Leverage Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for integrations across a variety of platforms

Analytics & Visualization


* Develop Power BI dashboards and reporting frameworks to enable real-time, data-driven decision-making.


* Partner with functional leaders to define KPIs and create actionable insight models.

AI & Innovation


* Explore and prototype AI/ML and Generative AI use cases that can improve operational efficiency or enhance client and employee experience.


* Experience in machine learning/AI/Gen AI models leveraging cloud environments preferred.


* Stay current with emerging AI tools, frameworks, and market innovations to bring practical solutions to Ardurra.

Collaboration & Delivery


* Work closely with IT and business stakehold...