Project Manager (AI/ML & CIB)

ESP Engineered; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP Engineered is seeking a Project Manager to lead AI/ML initiatives in the Investment Banking sector in New York. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record in project management.

This hybrid role involves working on end-to-end project delivery, managing cross-functional teams, and driving innovative solutions in a regulated financial environment.

Preferred qualifications include PMP or Agile certifications and familiarity with project management tools.

Qualifications

• 10+ years total experience, at least 5 years in project or program management.
• Proven track record of managing multiple large-scale technology projects.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery across multiple initiatives.
• Act as the liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams.
• Drive project planning, tracking, and governance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

AI project delivery

Communication

Agile delivery

Project governance

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

Job Description – Project Manager (AI/ML & Investment Banking Domain)

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: New York/ New Jersey, USA

Work Type: Hybrid (few days from office)

Start Date: Immediate

Duration: 12 Months

Experience: 10+ years

Industry: Financial Services – Investment & Corporate Banking

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead multiple major project deliveries within the Investment Banking division of a global financial institution. The ideal candidate will possess strong stakeholder management skills, an understanding of financial services workflows, and experience delivering AI and/or Machine Learning projects in a complex enterprise environment.

This role requires excellent communication and coordination abilities to manage cross-functional teams and deliver impactful solutions on time and within scope.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring timely and high-quality execution across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, technology teams, and senior management to ensure clear alignment and progress visibility.
• Drive project planning, tracking, and governance, including risk management, issue resolution, and stakeholder reporting.
• Collaborate with AI/ML, data, and engineering teams to deliver innovative and data-driven solutions for business needs.
• Manage resource allocation, dependencies, and timelines across multiple workstreams.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks and regulatory standards.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings with cross-functional global teams, including offshore and nearshore delivery partners.
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership and business sponsors to provide project updates, escalations, and recommendations.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 10+ years of total experience, with at least 5 years in project or program management within the financial services industry.
• Proven track record of managing multiple large-scale technology or transformation projects simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, capable of engaging with senior executives and business leaders.
• Investment Banking or Capital Markets experience preferred (understanding of trade lifecycle, regulatory, or data management processes).
• AI / ML project delivery experience highly preferred — exposure to LLM, GenAI, or automation-driven initiatives is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of project governance, agile delivery, and change management processes.
• Proficient in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or equivalent.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to work US business hours and coordinate with global teams across time zones.

Preferred Skills:

• PMP, Prince2, or Agile/Scrum certification.
• Experience in managing AI, data analytics, or digital transformation projects within BFSI.
• Familiarity with cloud-based enterprise environments and modern software delivery practices.
• Strong presentation and client-facing communication abilities.

Additional Information:

• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid (NY-based; working US hours preferred)
• Notice Period: Immediate joiners preferred