Project Manager

Hi, I am looking for a Project Manager who specialises in Data and Ai and has successfully worked on multiple Data & Ai projects.

The role is a contract position, that is extendable.

Job Title - Project Manager Data & Ai

Contract Length - 12 Months

Location - Dubai

Start Date - ASAP

About

My client is an AI company committed to the innovation of artificial intelligence. Their goal is to harness the power of data and machine learning to revolutionize industries and create a brighter future. With a dynamic team of experts and a culture of relentless innovation, they are at the forefront of AI research and development.

The client is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in leading Data and AI initiatives to join the dynamic team. As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing complex AI and data science projects from inception to deployment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver high-impact AI solutions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical understanding with exceptional project management skills and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple concurrent Data and AI projects throughout their entire lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including resource allocation, risk management, and contingency planning for AI implementations.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams (data scientists, ML engineers) and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Establish and implement project management methodologies suitable for AI development, incorporating both Agile and traditional approaches as needed.
• Create and maintain project documentation, including requirements, specifications, status reports, and performance metrics.
• Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and vendor relationships for AI initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, particularly those unique to AI implementations such as data quality, model performance, and ethical considerations.
• Lead sprint planning, retrospectives, and status meetings while fostering a collaborative environment.
• Monitor project KPIs and create executive-level reporting on project status, risks, and outcomes.
• Guide stakeholder expectations regarding AI capabilities, limitations, and implementation timelines.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing complex technology projects, with at least 3 years specifically focused on Data and AI initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in delivering enterprise-scale machine learning or data science projects.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML development lifecycle, including data preparation, model development, and deployment.
• Proven experience with both Agile and traditional project management methodologies.
• Excellent knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps).
• Strong understanding of data privacy, security requirements, and ethical considerations in AI projects.
• Solid technical background with understanding of data architectures, cloud platforms, and AI technologies.
• Experience managing budgets exceeding $1M and teams of 10+ members.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience with AI governance frameworks and best practices for responsible AI development.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with cross-cultural, geographically distributed teams.