Project Manager – Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business Pilots (Financial Services | Federal)

Ampcus Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. is seeking a Project Manager for AI Business Pilots in Chantilly, VA. In this role, you'll lead quick-turnaround business projects that implement AI to streamline processes in federal financial services. You'll manage pilot planning and execution while liaising with stakeholders to deliver results swiftly. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in agile methodologies and proven experience in fast-paced environments. Relevant project management certifications are preferred. Join us to make impactful changes with AI.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and leading pilots and proofs of concept.
• Significant experience in delivery-driven projects within federal or financial services.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI pilot projects and manage scope, schedule, and dependencies.
• Serve as primary contact for pilot business sponsors and provide updates.
• Track and communicate anticipated improvements in outcomes.

Skills

Pilot planning and execution

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

AI concepts knowledge

Communication skills

Education

PMP, Agile/Scrum, or equivalent certification

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Title: Project Manager - Artificial Intelligence (AI) Business Pilots (Financial Services | Federal)

Job Location: Chantilly, VA

Job Description

The Project Manager, AI Business Pilots, leads quick-turnaround business projects that apply agentic AI to modernize and streamline business processes, while creating new capabilities. This role is responsible for planning, leading, and providing hands-on support for these fast-turnaround pilots and providing relationship management for pilot stakeholders. This role partners closely with business and AI technology project team members to move from pilot planning to delivery quickly, delivering results and demonstrating value within an agile, delivery-focused federal environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. AI Pilot Planning and Execution
   • Lead quick turn-around, high-priority business pilots validating and/or delivering agentic AI solutions that enhance business and/or staff efficiency, capabilities and performance.
   • Plan and manage pilot project scope, schedule, dependencies, and risks in rapid, iterative delivery cycles (SAFe agile).
   • Provide hands-on execution support, including process analysis and reengineering, backlog refinement, sprint coordination, end-of-sprint demonstrations, issue resolution, and delivery readiness.
   • Coordinate with internal governance and control owners (e.g., architecture review board, legal) for pilot reviews and approval.
   • Support documentation, traceability, and transparency needed for audits, reviews, and governance without inhibiting speed.
   • Track and communicate expected improvements in cycle time, quality, workload reduction, mission outcomes, etc.
2. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
   • Serve as primary point of contact and relationship management to the pilot business sponsor and business team, serving as a trusted liaison between the business and AI Program.
   • Prepare concise briefings, dashboards, demos, and executive updates that highlight progress, risks, and realized benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and leading pilots and proofs of concept.
• Significant experience leading fast-paced, delivery-driven projects within federal programs, financial services, or similarly regulated environments.
• Demonstrated success managing ambiguity, evolving requirements, and tight deadlines.
• Practical fluency in modern AI concepts, including automation, orchestration, and intelligent decision support (hands-on coding not required).
• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience applying AI, intelligent automation, or decision-support tools.
• Familiarity with Agile/SAFe, Lean, or hybrid delivery models.
• PMP, Agile/Scrum, or equivalent project management certification.

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