Innovation Specialist

Responsibilities

• Write, review, and make changes to new and existing code.
• Aid in identifying, researching, and evaluating emerging construction technologies, methods, and industry trends.
• Support pilot programs and field testing for new tools, workflows, and methodologies, and document outcomes and lessons learned.
• Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting for innovation-related tools, processes, and jobsite implementations.
• Document results, measure impact, and recommend standardization, scaling, or refinement of innovation initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of standard operating procedures related to innovation initiatives.
• Analyze project feedback, pilot results, and retrospective data to identify trends and recommend data-driven improvements.
• Communicate relevant technologies, trends, and innovation efforts effectively with project teams, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional partners.
• Aid in developing and delivering training for project teams and cross-functional audiences on innovation tools, workflows, and best practices.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships to promote collaboration and support innovative efforts.
• Manage time and priorities effectively to ensure efficient use of resources and alignment with department goals.
• Demonstrate agile learning through continuous professional growth, using available tools and resources to quickly build and maintain the knowledge and skills needed for effective performance.
• Manage time and priorities effectively to ensure efficient use of resources and alignment with department goals.
• Travel overnight or weekly, as needed, to support pilots, training, and project teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–7 years of experience in construction, innovation, or a related technical role.
• Exposure to product evaluation, research and development, and technology scouting is a plus.
• Working knowledge or experience with Python, Next.JS, React, or other software languages and frameworks.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work independently with a problem-solving mindset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence, train, and collaborate across teams.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging goals.
• Willingness and ability to take on additional responsibilities proactively.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while driving continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability in learning and adopting new software and processes.
• Ability and willingness to travel as business needs require.

Qualifications & Experience

• Commitment to Brasfield & Gorrie’s SPIRIT values and the company’s mission of supporting exceptional projects and technical growth.