About this role
<p><strong>About CRH & Tarmac</strong></p> <p>CRH is a global <span id="single_desc_int_Male_leader_124">leader</span> in building materials solutions, and Tarmac is a leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business in the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive transformational change through artificial intelligence and automation technologies. </p> <p><strong>About the role</strong></p> <p>Tarmac is seeking a visionary <strong>Senior Manager - AI & Automation</strong> to lead the strategy, delivery, and governance of Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, and RPA across our UK operations. This is a senior, high‑impact role driving measurable value, operational excellence, and industry leadership as we transform how we work through intelligent technologies.</p><p><strong>Main responsibilites</strong></p> <p>In this role you'll:</p> <p><strong>Shape and Deliver the AI Strategy</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Identify, prioritise, and deliver AI opportunities across plant optimisation, predictive maintenance, computer vision, logistics, forecasting, sustainability, and quality.</li> <li>Lead end‑to‑end delivery of AI solutions—from idea and prototyping to production and business‑as‑usual service.</li> <li>Define value metrics and ensure every initiative delivers measurable ROI.</li> <li>Maximise enterprise platforms such as Microsoft Copilot, Multiply by CRH, SAP Joule, and Salesforce Einstein.</li> <li>Track emerging AI technologies and position Tarmac as an industry leader.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Build Enterprise AI & Automation Capability</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Develop and operate AI delivery frameworks: LLMOps, model evaluation, monitoring, RAG, and integration architecture.</li> <li>Create AI reference architectures, quality standards, and assurance processes including red‑teaming and model drift detection.</li> <li>Oversee secure OT/IT integration to unlock value from plant, quarry, and IoT data.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Strengthen Data, Governance & Responsible AI</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Own the AI readiness roadmap including data governance, MDM, security, and enterprise knowledge architecture.</li> <li>Lead AI FinOps: cost controls, usage telemetry, optimisation, and ROI analysis.</li> <li>Implement governance aligned to CRH standards, NIST, Cyber Essentials, SOx, ISO/IEC 42001 and data protection requirements.</li> <li>Ensure safe, transparent, explainable AI with robust controls for agentic systems.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Scale Capability & Adoption</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Build a blended delivery model of internal experts and specialist partners.</li> <li>Develop workforce plans for AI product managers, engineers, knowledge engineers, risk specialists, and UX roles.</li> <li>Lead change, adoption, training, and enablement—including role‑based training and AI champions.</li> <li>Manage RPA strategy and delivery, ensuring alignment with AI governance and value measurement.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Lead Collaboration & Partnerships</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Work closely with CRH Group and international partners to leverage global capability.</li> <li>Partner across IT, Cyber, Compliance, Data and business functions to deliver integrated, secure solutions.</li> <li>Build strong relationships with suppliers, innovation networks, and academia.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Experience & qualifications</strong></p> <p>To be successful in this role you'll need:</p> <ul type="disc"> <li>A proven ability to deliver business value from AI or advanced analytics with measurable ROI.</li> <li>Experience leading AI solutions from concept to production and BAU.</li> <li>A developed understanding of AI platforms, LLMOps/GenAIOps, governance, cyber security, and regulatory requirements (NIST, Cyber Essentials, SOx).</li> <li>To be skilled in data governance, enterprise AI platforms, and scaling innovation into operational services.</li> <li>A demonstrated ability to lead blended teams and manage strategic partners.</li> <li>Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and change leadership abilities.</li> <li>Track record of staying current with emerging technologies.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Experience with RPA (UiPath), industrial/processing environments, OT data, predictive maintenance, or computer vision.</li> <li>A familiarity with large multi‑site organisations.</li> <li>A knowledge of RAG, agentic AI, enterprise AI tools, and ISO/IEC 42001.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Business or equivalent experience.</li> <li>Relevant certifications (AI/ML, data, project management, cyber security) are beneficial.</li> </ul> <div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div><div id="tor__fextJobDescFooter_readOnlyDiv"> <div id="tor__fextJobDescFooter_content"> <p>We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Bonus scheme</li> <li>Enhanced holiday entitlement</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme </li> <li>Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc. </li> <li>Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice </li> <li>Working Parents Training and development opportunities </li> </ul> </div> </div>