AI Efficiency & Scale With HDR’s Justin Webster

HDR’s Chief Technology Officer, Justin Webster, sits down with BST Global’s Chief Executive Officer, Javier A. Baldor, to discuss how HDR is harnessing AI and digital innovation to advance its capabilities. Justin traces his tech journey from childhood computer programming lessons to establishing a digital innovation lab and an AI program during his career. He emphasizes the synergy between people and technology as vital for organizational success. 

He also illustrates his strategy of managing innovation portfolios to achieve significant breakthroughs. While excited about Gen AI, he stresses the importance of maintaining focus on various narrow AI capabilities. Justin highlights specific AI applications at HDR, including semantic search, and proposal and image generation. 

He outlines HDR’s vision to lead in technology within the AEC industry, driven by a commitment to continuous innovation. Justin also shares insights on fostering a positive organizational response to technology through education and awareness initiatives.  

Additionally, he offers career advice and discusses his mentors and personal influences.