Need Project Manager – AI Projects :: Location: Jacksonville, FL (Remote)

Synergy Technologies; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Technologies in Jacksonville, FL seeks a seasoned Project Manager for AI projects. You will lead end-to-end AI/ML initiatives, manage cross-functional teams of AI engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to deliver on time, within scope and budget.

Candidates should have 12+ years IT PM experience, hands-on AI/ML project management, and familiarity with GenAI, LLMs, and MLOps. PMP/CSM/SAFe preferred; strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of IT project management experience.
• Proven experience managing AI/ML projects and GenAI initiatives.
• Knowledge of AI model development lifecycles and deployment.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, MS Project and related PM tools.
• PMP, CSM, or SAFe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end AI/ML projects from initiation to deployment.
• Coordinate with AI engineers, data scientists, data engineers, and business stakeholders.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and ensure timely status updates.

Skills

IT Project Management

AI/ML project management

Agile / Scrum / Waterfall / Hybrid

Stakeholder communication

Project governance

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager – AI Projects

Employment Type: W2 Contract - Long Term

Experience: 12+ Years (including hands-on AI project management experience)

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager with strong experience in managing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering AI-driven initiatives, managing cross-functional technical teams, and coordinating with business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Lead and manage end-to-end AI/ML projects, from initiation and planning through implementation and deployment.
• Manage AI-driven initiatives involving Generative AI (GenAI), Large Language Models (LLMs), and Machine Learning solutions.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and delivery milestones.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers, Data Scientists, Data Engineers, and business stakeholders.
• Manage project risks, dependencies, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations.
• Coordinate Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and project status meetings.
• Ensure successful integration of AI solutions with existing enterprise applications and business processes.
• Track project KPIs, monitor progress, and provide regular updates to senior leadership.
• Manage vendor relationships, technical dependencies, and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure AI projects meet quality, security, compliance, and business requirements.

Required Skills:

• 12+ years of IT Project Management experience, with proven experience managing AI/ML projects.
• Strong experience managing Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Generative AI (GenAI) initiatives.
• Good understanding of LLMs, AI model development lifecycles, and AI solution deployment.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid project management methodologies.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and other project management tools.
• Experience managing Data Science, Data Engineering, and AI development teams.
• Experience coordinating AI integrations, cloud-based AI solutions, and enterprise applications.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• PMP, CSM, or SAFe certification preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Azure AI, AWS AI/ML, Google Cloud AI, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of MLOps, AI governance, and responsible AI practices.
• Experience managing AI chatbot, automation, predictive analytics, or GenAI implementation projects.