Temporary Construction Data Analytics Jobs in Seattle, WA

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We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.General SummaryThe AI Applications & Data Analytics Lead is responsible for building and scaling practical AI and data solutions that drive measurable improvements in safety, production, cost, and performance across construction materials operations.This role serves as the bridge between field operations and technology—turning operational data into actionable intelligence and deploying AI-enabled applications that improve decision-making, automate workflows, and enhance productivity.The position combines hands-on development capability with business leadership—owning the identification, prioritization, and execution of AI and analytics use cases across plants, sales, and support functions.Essential Job AccountabilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain AI‑enabled applications supporting aggregate and asphalt plant operations and sales. Develop and implement machine learning and advanced analytics models to optimize production, pricing, plant uptime, and cost performance. Optimize product pricing with sales data including pricing and GIS data. Integrate AI solutions with existing operational software, plant systems, sensors, and databases. Enhance sales efficiency through the use of AI and bots to review specifications, Enhance and modernize legacy software systems through automation, predictive analytics, and decision‑support tools. Build and maintain data pipelines, APIs, and services enabling real‑time and near‑real‑time operational insights. Analyze large datasets from production systems, quality labs, and equipment to generate actionable intelligence. Collaborate with operations, sales, quality, maintenance, and IT teams to translate business needs into technical solutions. Ensure AI solutions align with cybersecurity standards, company policies, and responsible AI practices. Document systems, models, and processes to support long‑term sustainability and user adoption. Continuously evaluate emerging AI and software technologies relevant to construction materialsEducationBachelor’s Degree in artificial intelligence, computer science, data science, mathematics, or related quantitative fields. Equivalent practical experience may be considered for candidates with a strong portfolio.Work ExperienceMinimum of two (2) years of professional experience in software development, data analytics, AI or machine learning implementation.Experience delivering production‑ready apps, and software solutions in operational or industrial environments.Strong data analytics skills.Experience working with databases, analytics platforms, and modern application architecture.Knowledge, skills, and abilitiesExperience in aggregate, asphalt, construction materials, mining, sales or manufacturing operations.Familiarity with plant control systems, sales and production data.Experience with predictive maintenance, quality analytics, or process optimization.Strong communication skills and ability to work with non‑technical stakeholders.Applied artificial intelligence and machine learningIndustrial software development and systems integrationData‑driven problem solvingOperational and sales mindset focused on safety, quality, and efficiencyCollaborative and partnership mindset.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is required to walk uneven and steep ground to access property for the purpose of interacting with operations and sales employees. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsAdditional Requirements/SkillsAbide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basisValid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods of timeOvernight travel requiredOur Benefits at a Glance:Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.Base Salary Range:$95,753.00 - $175,018.00Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.About Granite Construction IncorporatedGranite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.Notice to Staffing AgenciesGranite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr