EPC Process Improvement Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Process Improvement Manager to sit at the intersection of EPC domain expertise and AI system design. This role is responsible for translating complex, real-world EPC and construction workflows into precise specifications that AI engineers can implement as high-impact agents.

Responsibilities

• EPC Process Discovery & Mapping - Decompose end-to-end EPC workflows with a focus on conceptual engineering, estimating, detailed design, long-lead procurement, contracting and construction. Produce very granular process maps, swim-lane diagrams, and value stream maps that reflect real execution—not idealized procedures. Identify handoffs, rework loops, decision gates, data dependencies, and critical path constraints across disciplines.
• AI Opportunity Identification - Analyze mapped workflows to pinpoint schedule-critical and labor-intensive tasks where AI can deliver immediate value. Prioritize opportunities based on schedule compression, feasibility, risk reduction, and scalability (e.g., long-lead release acceleration, engineering iteration reduction).
• Agent Specification & Translation - Translate business workflows into AI agent specifications, clearly defining: Inputs (documents, data, constraints), Outputs (decisions, deliverables, recommendations), Triggers and dependencies, Success metrics and acceptance criteria. Ensure specifications are detailed enough for AI engineers to implement without domain guesswork. Explicitly document edge cases, failure modes, and human-in-the-loop requirements.
• Stakeholder Validation & Iteration - Review agent concepts and prototypes with stakeholders. Validate that agent behavior aligns with how EPC teams actually work under schedule pressure. Iterate specifications based on field feedback to ensure adoption and measurable impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years' experience in business process design, operations analysis, systems engineering, or EPC project delivery
• Strong working knowledge of EPC workflows, particularly: Engineering (conceptual → detailed design → construction drawings), Procurement and contracting strategy, Schedule and dependency management, Proven ability to create clear, structured process documentation from ambiguous real-world inputs
• Expert with process mapping tools (Miro, Lucidchart, Visio, or equivalent) and presentation tools (Powerpoint, Prezi, gamma.ai or equivalent)
• Excellent communication skills—able to translate seamlessly between domain experts and technical teams

Preferred

• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, BPMN, or value stream mapping methodologies
• Experience working with or alongside software, data, or AI teams
• Exposure to data center, power generation, or large industrial EPC projects
• Comfort operating in environments where processes are evolving and not fully documented

Pay

The expected salary range for this role is $150,000-170,000 DOE.

Schedule

In person model is strongly preferred for effective, fast iterations. This role may involve limited travel to observe workflows and validate adoption in real settings.