Digital Transformation Lead Full Time

Digital Transformation Lead Jobs in Dubai, UAE

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership:
2. Develop and implement a digital transformation strategy for the Architecture and Masterplanning practice.
3. Drive innovation by identifying and integrating emerging technologies such as AI, machine learning, BIM, parametric design, and digital twin solutions.
4. Research and implement state-of-the-art AI tools for generative design, predictive analytics, and automated workflows.
5. Collaborate with global teams to align digital strategies across AECOM’s regions and disciplines.
6. Technology Implementation and Management:
7. Lead the adoption of advanced digital tools for design, visualization, data management, and decision-making.
8. Leverage AI-driven tools to optimize workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance computational design capabilities.
9. Oversee the development and use of digital platforms, ensuring seamless collaboration and productivity.
10. Stakeholder Engagement and Training:
11. Act as a digital evangelist, promoting digital literacy and fostering a culture of continuous innovation.
12. Partner with clients to understand their digital needs, showcasing how AI and other technologies add value.
13. Develop and deliver workshops to upskill teams in AI applications, computational tools, and digital workflows.
14. Operational Excellence:
15. Ensure project outcomes leverage the latest AI-powered and digital solutions while maintaining design integrity and efficiency.
16. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of digital and AI-driven initiatives, adjusting strategies to maximize ROI.
17. Integrate digital methodologies to support sustainability goals, including energy modeling and net-zero design.

Qualifications

​​​​​ Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Design, or a related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of professional experience, with significant exposure to digital transformation in the built environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Expertise in tools such as Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, Navisworks, and BIM platforms.
• Strong knowledge of AI tools, such as MidJourney, DALL·E, ChatGPT, Autodesk Forma, and machine learning frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with computational design, scripting languages (e.g., Python, Dynamo), and data analytics platforms.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering complex projects leveraging advanced digital and AI technologies.

Additional Information

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking with the ability to influence and lead technological change.
• Deep passion for technology and innovation, with a focus on practical implementation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability principles and how digital solutions, including AI, intersect with environmental goals.