AI Engineer

Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States, Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States

Department: Central

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: full

Description

Path Construction is seeking an AI Engineer to lead the development and implementation of AI-powered applications and custom software that improve how we build, manage, and operate our projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex business challenges through technology and wants to help shape the future of construction through AI, automation, and innovation.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in software engineering, artificial intelligence, and application development, with the ability to translate business needs into practical technology solutions. This individual will partner with teams across the company to identify opportunities for AI, automate workflows, and develop proprietary tools that improve efficiency and support long-term growth.

Our AI Engineer will design, develop, test, and deploy AI solutions, integrate them with existing business systems, and help create innovative software that gives Path a competitive advantage.

About Path Construction

Path Construction is a national general contractor headquartered in Arlington Heights, IL, with projects and offices throughout the country. Founded in 2008, Path provides a wide range of construction services across diverse sectors, including healthcare, higher education, multifamily, hospitality, retail, self-storage, senior living, transportation, water and wastewater treatment, convention centers, laboratories, correctional, and institutional projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-powered applications and custom software that improve business operations and project execution.
• Identify opportunities to automate workflows and implement AI solutions across estimating, operations, project management, recruiting, accounting, and other business functions.
• Collaborate with business leaders and project teams to translate operational needs into practical AI and software solutions.
• Integrate AI solutions with existing business systems, including Procore, P6, Autodesk, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and other construction platforms.
• Research, evaluate, and implement emerging AI technologies that improve productivity, efficiency, and decision-making across the organization.
• Develop proprietary software, internal tools, and innovative technology solutions that support Path's long-term growth and competitive advantage.
• Ensure AI solutions follow best practices for security, data privacy, and responsible AI use.
• Build strong relationships across the organization and communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in AI engineering, software engineering, machine learning, or application development.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C#, JavaScript, or similar languages, with experience building AI-powered applications, automation tools, or custom software.
• Familiarity with large language models (LLMs), generative AI, APIs, and modern AI platforms such as OpenAI, Azure AI, Anthropic, Google Vertex AI, or similar technologies.
• Experience integrating software with enterprise platforms such as Procore, P6, Autodesk, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or other business systems is preferred.
• Construction, architecture, engineering, or real estate development experience is a plus.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation and a desire to help build new technology solutions that drive the company's growth and competitive advantage.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization

Benefits

• Annual Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000
• Bonus Plan
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company cellphone and computer
• Certification Training
• Financial and Mental Health Support through a third party
• Travel and Entertainment Discount Program