Project Lead - AI

Evalueserve; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Evalueserve is seeking a Project Lead with strong engagement management and analytics capabilities to drive AI transformation programs for global clients. You will partner with senior stakeholders to design future-state operating models, assess processes and data quality, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

You will collaborate with AI engineers, data scientists, and product teams to translate complex problems into actionable insights, enable AI-enabled automation, and lead change

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of experience in managing and delivering data science projects.
• Experience leading analytics initiatives leveraging machine learning, GenAI and deep learning.
• Understanding of databases and cloud technologies such as AWS, GCP, Azure, Oracle, SQL, Hadoop, Redshift, Hana.
• Experience leading enterprise transformation, process consulting, and workflow redesign initiatives.
• Strong ability to influence and engage senior executives.
• Willingness to travel 25–50% based on client needs.

Responsibilities

• Define future-state operating models integrating AI, analytics, and automation strategies.
• Provide strategic leadership in analytics and data-driven decision-making.
• Engage with senior client stakeholders to drive transformation roadmaps and business value.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including AI engineers, data scientists, and product teams.
• Lead change management and adoption initiatives across enterprise programs.
• Translate complex business problems into clear, executive-level insights.
• Drive continuous improvements with measurable operational and financial impact.

Skills

Data Science

AI/ML

Stakeholder Management

Project Leadership

Analytics

Cloud Platforms

Job description

Evalueserve is a leading global company that develops innovative and sustainable solutions for a wide range of clients, including more than 30% of the Fortune 500 companies. With presence in more than 45 countries across five continents, we excel in leveraging state-of-the-art technology, domain-specific AI solutions, and deep subject matter expertise to elevate our clients' strategic decision-making and business impact. Our clients include Amazon, Deutsche Bank, Johnson & Johnson, McDonald's, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley, Nestlé, Novo Nordisk, and Procter & Gamble.

We have 5,000+ talented professionals operating across 45 countries, including India, China, Chile, Romania, the US, and Canada. Our global network also extends to emerging markets such as Colombia, the Middle East and the rest of Asia-Pacific.

Recognized by Great Place to Work in India, Chile, Romania, the US, and the UK, we offer a dynamic, growth-oriented, and open culture that prioritizes flexible work-life balance, diverse and inclusive teams, and equal opportunities for all.

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Job Summary

We are seeking a Project Lead with strong engagement management and analytics capabilities to lead AI transformation initiatives. This role combines requires one to partner with senior stakeholders to design and implement AI-enabled operating models while delivering measurable business outcomes across global organizations.

You will work directly with client stakeholders to decompose and analyze complex procurement processes, define future-state operating models, assess process and data quality, and prepare workflows for AI-enabled automation. Partnering closely with AI engineers, DevOps teams, and full-stack developers, you will help transform enterprise workflows into scalable, agentic AI-driven processes while supporting organizational adoption through structured change management initiatives.

The position is highly client-facing and involves frequent collaboration with senior leaders at leading industrial, manufacturing, and other complex enterprise organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Define future-state operating models integrating AI, analytics, and automation strategies.
• Provide strategic thought leadership in analytics, including data-driven decision-making and process optimization.
• Engage with senior client stakeholders and executives to drive transformation roadmaps and business value realization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including AI engineers, data scientists, and product teams.
• Lead change management and adoption initiatives across enterprise programs.
• Translate complex business problems into clear, actionable insights and executive-level presentations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with measurable operational and financial impact.

Leadership & Engagement Expectations

• High-energy, self-starter with strong ownership mindset and results orientation.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts into clear strategic insights.
• Collaborative leadership style with strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Experience driving business change through technology investments and process improvements.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands‑on execution.

Required Qualifications

• 8–15 years of experience in managing and delivery projects around Data Science.
• Experience leading actionable insights initiatives leveraging with a variety of analytics techniques including machine learning, GenAI and deep learning.
• Understanding of databases and cloud technologies such as AWS, GCP, Azure, Oracle, SQL, Hadoop, Redshift, Hana.
• Experience leading enterprise transformation, process consulting, and workflow redesign initiatives.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML-driven business processes and digital transformation.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and engage senior executives.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in global, cross-functional environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel 25–50% based on client needs.

Disclaimer

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