AI Project Manager

Atlas; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an AI Project Manager to lead delivery of our AI project portfolio in Lafayette. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and ensure initiatives are delivered on schedule and within scope, with a focus on governance and compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in IT/CS and 5+ years in PM, including AI/tech projects; PMP preferred. Expect leadership of multiple projects and collaboration with stakeholders across IT and business units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience including AI/software/tech projects.
• PMP certification preferred; equivalent PM experience considered.
• 3+ years managing schedules, vendor coordination, budgeting, and risk tracking.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close AI/IT projects while managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and vendor resources through the lifecycle.
• Communicate status, risks, issues, and escalations to leadership.

Skills

AI project management

Vendor coordination

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Microsoft Project

Azure DevOps

Jira

Microsoft 365

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

OneAtlas is seeking an AI Project Manager to lead delivery of our rapidly growing AI project portfolio. This professional will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage timelines and resources, and ensure AI initiatives are delivered on schedule and within scope. Success means a well‑run project pipeline, clear stakeholder communication, and measurable delivery outcomes.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close AI and IT projects while managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams and vendor resources throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate project status, risks, issues, and escalations to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Maintain project plans, documentation, schedules, and reporting within project management tools.
• Ensure project execution aligns with enterprise AI governance, security, and compliance requirements.
• Support resource planning, forecasting, and prioritization across the AI project portfolio.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience, including AI, software, or technology project delivery.
• PMP certification preferred; equivalent project management experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience managing project schedules, vendor coordination, budgeting, and risk tracking.

Technical Requirements

• CAPM, PMP, or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• Experience preparing technical documentation, project reports, and executive‑level status updates.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, Jira, and Microsoft 365; Power BI experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of corporate IT and AI project delivery practices, including governance, security, and compliance considerations.

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to travel occasionally, estimated at less than 10% for vendor or stakeholder meetings.
• Demonstrated ownership mindset with the ability to manage priorities and drive projects forward with minimal oversight.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects, stakeholders, and competing deadlines.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across cross‑functional teams and business units.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar project management platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What you can expect from us

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee‑only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee‑led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.