AI Project Manager - (Hybrid NYC)

Kelly Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Motion Recruitment Partners is seeking an AI Project Manager in New York, NY. This contract role oversees end-to-end AI/ML initiatives, coordinating among data scientists, engineers, and leadership to deliver value on a rapidly evolving schedule.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of technical PM experience in complex tech, with hands-on AI, ML, and data engineering delivery. A strong Agile practitioner, you will report to program leadership and drive production readiness in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of technical project or program management experience delivering complex technology initiatives.
• Proven background managing projects involving AI, Generative AI, machine learning, data engineering, or advanced analytics.
• Solid understanding of the AI delivery lifecycle, including data dependencies, model training, integrations, governance, testing, and production readiness.
• Demonstrated mastery of Agile methodologies and modern delivery management tools.
• Strong executive communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts, risks, and trade-offs into clear decision points.
• Track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams and creating clarity within ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
• Must be based in the New York City metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, execution, and delivery of high-priority AI and machine learning initiatives across multiple workstreams.
• Align engineering, data science, and business stakeholders to proactively identify and resolve delivery bottlenecks, technical risks, and architectural dependencies.
• Establish transparent program roadmaps, sprint schedules, milestones, and governance frameworks to maintain steady delivery momentum.
• Facilitate regular Agile ceremonies, team syncs, and planning sessions to track velocity and scope adherence.
• Deliver executive-level status reports, risk assessments, and milestone updates to program leadership.
• Coordinate deployment protocols, compliance reviews, and operational handoffs to ensure seamless production readiness.

Skills

AI/ML PM

Agile methodologies

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Data engineering

Job description

$40 - $45

Job Title: AI Project Manager

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid, 2-3 days in office)

Hire Type: Ongoing Contract

A premier enterprise organization headquartered in New York City is actively expanding its digital capabilities to deploy advanced artificial intelligence and automation solutions across core business operations. Backed by substantial investment in emerging technology, this team focuses on integrating high-impact, data-driven platforms that transform workflows, improve predictive capabilities, and drive measurable enterprise value.

As an AI Project Manager, you will drive the end-to-end delivery of complex artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data initiatives from inception through to production deployment. Collaborating directly with data scientists, software engineers, product managers, and executive leadership, you will manage cross-functional workstreams, resolve technical dependencies, and ensure milestones are met within a rapidly evolving delivery landscape.

Requirements

• 6+ years of technical project or program management experience delivering complex technology initiatives.

• Proven background managing projects involving AI, Generative AI, machine learning, data engineering, or advanced analytics.

• Solid understanding of the AI delivery lifecycle, including data dependencies, model training, integrations, governance, testing, and production readiness.

• Demonstrated mastery of Agile methodologies and modern delivery management tools.

• Strong executive communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts, risks, and trade-offs into clear decision points.

• Track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams and creating clarity within ambiguous, fast-moving environments.

• Must be based in the New York City metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, execution, and delivery of high-priority AI and machine learning initiatives across multiple workstreams.

• Align engineering, data science, and business stakeholders to proactively identify and resolve delivery bottlenecks, technical risks, and architectural dependencies.

• Establish transparent program roadmaps, sprint schedules, milestones, and governance frameworks to maintain steady delivery momentum.

• Facilitate regular Agile ceremonies, team syncs, and planning sessions to track velocity and scope adherence.

• Deliver executive-level status reports, risk assessments, and milestone updates to program leadership.

• Coordinate deployment protocols, compliance reviews, and operational handoffs to ensure seamless production readiness.

This contract engagement is slated through December 31, 2026, offering a pay rate of up to $45.00/hour. The role operates on a hybrid schedule requiring three days on-site per week in New York City. This is a high-visibility opportunity to spearhead enterprise-scale AI implementations alongside leading technical talent in an agile, forward-thinking environment.

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.