Program Manager

Ampcus Inc; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc is seeking an experienced IT Program Manager to lead and manage IT projects within our AI program. You will coordinate across teams, manage timelines, budgets, and resources to deliver strategic AI initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in IT project/program management with AI and cloud experience, strong leadership, and stakeholder management. A PMP/PgMP or similar certification is preferred, with a Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years in IT project/program management focused on AI and cloud platforms.
• Experience with Azure and large language models.
• Experience with AI governance frameworks and CoEs.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage IT programs aligned with business and IT objectives.
• Define scope, goals, deliverables with senior management.
• Develop detailed program plans with timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to design AI solutions.
• Ensure integration of AI models and data platforms.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and keep projects within budget.
• Lead RFP processes and vendor coordination.
• Support AI Center of Excellence development.
• Communicate status to executives and stakeholders.

Skills

IT Program Management

AI & Cloud

PMP

PgMP

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Azure

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced IT Program Manager to lead and manage IT projects in our AI program. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in IT project management, AI technologies, cloud platforms, and governance structures. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of projects and use cases in this program by coordinating across teams, managing timelines, budgets, and resources, and maintaining alignment with organizational goals.

Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage projects, ensuring alignment with business and IT objectives and strategic goals.
• Define program and project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed program and project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and design solutions.
• Ensure the seamless integration of AI models, data platforms, and other necessary components.
• Monitor progress and manage any issues or risks that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate the RFP process, including going out to bid, evaluating proposals, and selecting the best solution.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to build, test, and implement the projects.
• Support the establishment of an AI Center of Excellence (CoE) to drive AI strategy, standards, and best practices.
• Engage with key stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Communicate program status, risks, and issues to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor project teams, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project execution.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Monitor and control project expenditures to stay within budget.
• Identify and manage program risks, developing mitigation strategies to address potential challenges.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• PMP, PgMP, agile or similar project/program management certification.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT project/program management, with a focus on AI and cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of Azure and AI technologies, including large language models and modern data platforms.
• Experience with AI governance frameworks and AI Centers of Excellence.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Scrum) is desired.
• Industry certificates relevant to AI, Data, and other related areas.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.