Digital Process Automation Specialist - Mission Critical

About Alston Construction:

Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For over 35 years we have delivered on our promises to our employees, clients, and business partners. We offer extremely competitive salaries, a superb benefits package, and a great place to work! In addition to routinely receiving awards for our projects and safety performance, we have also received numerous “Best Places to Work” awards!

We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect. As our CEO, Paul Little, says “In order to be successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy seeing success in others.” If this sounds like you and what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

Our top tier benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription safety glasses, short-term disability, long-term disability, life  insurance/AD&D, HSA, health FSA, dependent daycare FSA, EAP, 401(k), Roth  401(k), After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion; paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, Tickets at Work, paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more!

Job Summary:  The overall goal of the Digital Process Automation Specialist to be responsible for designing, building, and implementing technology-driven solutions that streamline how we work. This individual will serve as the internal expert on AI tools, workflow automation, and data management translating complex processes into efficient, scalable systems that empower our project teams across all phases of Mission Critical construction. This role requires someone who can both build powerful tools and teach others how to use them bridging the gap between technology and the field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities will include:

Build and maintain a company-wide AI prompt library tailored to construction workflows

Develop standardized prompts for RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and daily reports

Evaluate and recommend new AI tools as the landscape evolves

Train staff on effective, consistent AI usage across departments

Create quick-reference guides and cheat sheets for field and office teams

Build advanced templates using Power Query, macros, pivot tables, and dynamic formulas

Automate repetitive reporting including cost reports, labor tracking, and material logs

Standardize data entry formats across all projects to ensure clean, reliable data

Build executive and PM-level dashboards for real-time project visibility

Audit and improve existing spreadsheets to eliminate errors and inefficiencies

Build executive dashboards showing project health, cost trends, and schedule performance

Automate weekly and monthly reporting packages across all active projects

Develop Mission Critical-specific KPI tracking tools

Consolidate multi-project data into company-wide performance views

Build tracking tools for all MC project phases: design, construction, commissioning, and turnover

Automate punch list and commissioning documentation workflows

Create structured owner reporting templates that meet Mission Critical client expectations

Support MEP and commissioning data coordination across teams and subcontractors

Conduct workshops, lunch-and-learns, and one-on-one training for all staff levels

Create SOPs, how-to guides, and video tutorials for all tools and workflows

Serve as the internal go-to resource for AI, Excel, and platform questions

Develop and manage a company-wide digital skills program

Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications include:

3+ years of experience in a data management, IT, or process improvement role  

Experience in the construction industry, specifically with a General Contractor

Familiarity with Mission Critical construction phases and documentation requirements

Experience with Power BI, Bluebeam, Autodesk, or similar construction technology platforms

Background in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar)

Experience developing SOPs and internal training programs

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Power Query, macros, pivot tables, dynamic formulas)

Hands-on experience with Procore or a comparable construction management platform

Working knowledge of AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, or Microsoft Copilot in a business setting

Experience building automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate or similar tools

Strong communication and training skills — ability to teach technical concepts to non-technical staff

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and documentation habits

Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.