Senior Project Manager

Brightwater Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightwater Recruitment in Dublin City Centre seeks a Senior Data & AI Programme Lead to drive a high-profile data transformation and AI programme within a complex enterprise environment. You will bridge business strategy, data, technology and AI innovation.

Responsibilities include delivering end-to-end Data & AI programmes, governance, budgets, risks, dependencies, and partnering with senior leadership to deliver value through data, analytics and AI.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale Data & AI programmes in complex organisations.
• Strong understanding of AI/GenAI, data platforms, governance and modern data architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale Data & AI transformation programmes.
• Drive AI adoption, data modernisation and enterprise-wide data initiatives.
• Manage complex programmes involving multiple workstreams, senior stakeholders and delivery teams.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable roadmaps, milestones and measurable business outcomes.
• Oversee programme governance, budgets, risks, dependencies and delivery performance.
• Partner with senior leadership to identify and deliver value through data, analytics and AI.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Programme governance

Delivery leadership

AI/GenAI concepts

Job description

Contract Duration: 12 months

Location: Dublin City Centre

We're looking for an experienced Senior Data & AI Programme Lead to drive a high-profile data transformation and AI programme within a complex enterprise environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic, delivery-focused leader who can bridge the gap between business strategy, data, technology and AI innovation.

The Role:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale Data & AI transformation programmes.
• Drive AI adoption, data modernisation and enterprise-wide data initiatives.
• Manage complex programmes involving multiple workstreams, senior stakeholders and delivery teams.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable roadmaps, milestones and measurable business outcomes.
• Oversee programme governance, budgets, risks, dependencies and delivery performance.
• Partner with senior leadership to identify and deliver value through data, analytics and AI.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience leading large-scale Data & AI programmes in complex organisations.
• Strong understanding of AI/GenAI, data platforms, data governance and modern data architectures.
• Excellent senior stakeholder management and executive-level communication skills.Strong programme governance, commercial management and delivery expertise.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on programme leadership.