AI Project Manager at Argano

United States

$90k - $130k

The AI Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering AI-enabled initiatives across corporate functions. Working at the intersection of technology and operations, this individual will manage the full project lifecycle for internal AI deployments — from intake and scoping through change management and post-launch review. This role is central to Argano’s strategy of operationalizing AI responsibly and efficiently within a professional services environment.   RESPONSIBILITIES: Project Planning & Execution * Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and success metrics in collaboration with functional stakeholders and technical teams. * Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and status reports for all active AI initiatives. * Manage project budgets, resource allocations, and vendor engagements as applicable. * Identify, track, and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.   AI Initiative Management * Serve as the primary point of contact and accountability for internal AI projects, including process automation, AI-assisted analytics, document intelligence, and productivity tooling. * Coordinate with IT, legal, compliance, and business unit leads to ensure AI solutions are implemented securely and in alignment with firm policy. * Maintain a prioritized AI project backlog in coordination with the Corporate Operations leadership team. * Support vendor evaluation, pilot design, and proof-of-concept scoping for emerging AI tools under consideration.   Stakeholder Engagement & Communication * Facilitate working sessions, steering committee updates, and executive briefings on project status and strategic progress; adept at translating complex technical concepts into clear, concise narratives for senior leadership. * Partner with change management resources to drive adoption of new AI-enabled workflows.   Governance & Standards * Uphold PMO standards for documentation, project intake, reporting, and lifecycle governance. * Contribute to the development and refinement of AI project templates, playbooks, and best practices. * Ensure proper documentation of AI use cases, data considerations, and operational handoffs.    MINIMUM AND/OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * 7+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years leading technology or digital transformation initiatives. * Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects in a professional services, consulting, or corporate environment. * Proficiency with project management tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, Azure DevOps, or equivalent. * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience preparing and delivering presentations, executive briefings, and strategic updates to C-suite and senior leadership audiences. * Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities.   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification. * Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, large language models, or enterprise AI platforms (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI, UiPath, or similar). * Exposure to AI governance, responsible AI frameworks, or data privacy considerations in an enterprise context. * Prior experience within a PMO or COO/Operations function.   SKILL REQUIREMENTS * Project Management Skills: Working knowledge of project management principles, tools, and documentation practices. * Communication: Clear written and verbal communication. Ability to keep internal stakeholders informed on project status and issues. * Organization: Ability to manage multiple workstreams, maintain accurate records, and keep project artifacts up to date. * Project Management Tools: Familiarity with project management software such as JIRA, Smartsheet, or ADO. * Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues early and bring them to the right people promptly. * Attention to Detail: Produces accurate documentation and tracks task status with care. * Escalation Awareness: Understands when and how to escalate issues internally, and communicates blockers to senior staff in a timely manner. Argano is the first of its kind: a digital consultancy totally immersed in high-performance operations. We steward enterprises through ever-evolving markets, empowering them with transformative strategies and technologies to exceed customer expectations, unlock commercial innovation, and drive optimal efficiency and growth.  Argano is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.