AI Innovation and Enablement Leader

Timmons Group is currently seeking a qualified AI Innovation and Enablement Leader to join our team in Richmond, VA. The AI Innovation and Enablement Leader will guide, coordinate, and accelerate the firm’s use of artificial intelligence, automation, Microsoft 365, data analytics, digital delivery, GIS, and related emerging technologies. 

Essential duties and responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

• Lead the firm’s AI, automation, and digital innovation strategy in alignment with corporate goals, market opportunities, and operational priorities.
• Serve as the firmwide champion and trusted advisor for AI adoption, helping leaders understand where AI can create practical business value.
• Partner with executive leadership, practice leaders, and operations teams to identify high-value workflow challenges and prioritize AI-enabled solutions.
• Evaluate AI and technology opportunities based on business impact, user adoption, technical feasibility, risk, cost, and return on investment.
• Establish governance frameworks, responsible AI standards, and decision-making processes for AI adoption and technology enablement.
• Lead change management, communication, and training strategies to support adoption across technical and non-technical teams.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for differentiation and growth.
• Partner with IT and the AI Administrator to ensure AI tools and solutions are implemented securely, effectively, and in alignment with firm standards.
• Develop success metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure adoption, productivity gains, operational impact, and business value.
• Promote the firm’s reputation as a leader in digital delivery, AI enablement, and technology-driven innovation.

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, GIS, data analytics, business, organizational development, communications, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive experience in technology adoption, digital transformation, innovation, change management, AI enablement, AEC technology, GIS, data analytics, or a closely related consulting environment.
• Demonstrated success leading enterprise technology adoption and digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of AI tools, large language models (LLMs), the Microsoft ecosystem, including Microsoft 365 and the Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI), along with the broader AEC technology landscape.
• Experience evaluating and delivering emerging technologies and frameworks.
• Experience designing or operating governance models and decision frameworks.
• Experience leading change initiatives, enablement programs, or digital adoption efforts.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity, data governance, privacy, and responsible AI practices.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.

Compensation: Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $150,000-$225,000. Offers are based on a range of job-related factors such as internal equity, experience, skills, education, credentials and role complexity. Information on our comprehensive benefits package be found here.

https://www.timmons.com/careers/employee-benefits/

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With 22 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and South Central United States, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.

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