BST Global, a key player in AI-driven project intelligence solutions for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) sector, has announced the formation of its AI + Data Consortium. This consortium brings together industry-leading figures with the collective goal of advancing AI-powered and data-driven innovation across the AEC landscape, as per a recent media release.
Bringing Together the Best in the AEC Sector
The consortium’s roster includes some of the top minds from the AEC industry, aiming to collaboratively explore the transformative potential of AI and big data. Among the founding members are:
- Tim Wark, Global AI Lead, AECOM
- Tembi Hommes, Global Chief Data Officer, Arup
- Darren Martin, Chief Digital Officer, AtkinsRéalis
- Javier A. Baldor, Chief Executive Officer, BST Global
- Eileen M. Canady, Chief Marketing Officer, BST Global
- Joseph Joseph, Partner & Chief Digital Officer, Gensler
- Ricardo Lorenzo, Chief Technology Officer, Parsons Corporation
- Jason B. Miller, Head of Innovation, Ramboll
- Shankar Kalyana, Senior Vice President & Chief Technology Officer, Stantec
- Chadi Habib, Chief Technology Officer & Business Solutions Manager, WSP
These industry leaders are expected to spearhead efforts in defining new standards, sharing knowledge, and working on strategic AI-focused projects that could reshape operations within the AEC industry.
Key Objectives of the AI + Data Consortium
This initiative is not just about forming another industry group. The consortium’s focus is clear: to lead transformative efforts that push the AEC sector into a new era of digitalization and intelligence. Some of the primary goals include:
- Setting best practices and creating recommendations for AI implementation.
- Collaborating on strategic projects aimed at improving efficiency and outcomes within the industry.
- Conducting and publishing original research through global surveys that focus on AI and data integration.
- Establishing a robust network where industry professionals can share insights and learn from one another.
- Advocating for client and industry interests, ensuring AI development aligns with real-world needs.
- Aggregating industry data to enable benchmarking and optimize operations.
This collaborative approach is expected to accelerate the adoption of AI and data analytics in ways that haven’t been seen before in the AEC sector.
A “Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity”
Javier Baldor, CEO of BST Global, highlighted the groundbreaking potential of the consortium, stating, “There is a once-in-a-generation opportunity before us to reimagine and transform the future of our industry with AI, big data, and emerging technologies.”
His enthusiasm is shared by others within the consortium. Tim Wark, Global AI Lead at AECOM, added, “I’m very excited to be joining a group of industry leaders of this caliber as we look ahead to the tremendous changes and opportunities that the current AI wave is bringing about across the AEC sector.”
By uniting leading innovators and decision-makers, BST Global aims to address the pressing need for smarter, AI-integrated solutions in an industry that has been traditionally slow to adopt new technologies.
AI Summit 2025: Marking the Next Milestone
The members of the AI + Data Consortium will also take part in BST Global’s AI Summit 2025, scheduled from May 6 to May 8, 2025, in Palm Beach. This event will serve as the second annual AI Summit, focusing on AI advancements within the AEC sector.
Given the high-profile nature of this consortium and the upcoming summit, the event promises to be a key moment for anyone looking to understand the future of AI in architecture, engineering, and construction.
