Project Manager

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Project Manager - AI/Automation for a right to hire assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Tampa, FL .


Responsibilities :

• Support cross-functional collaboration: Help bring Finance, Technology and other stakeholders together so AI and automation solutions are shaped jointly - providing the coordination groundwork that moves initiatives toward delivery.
• Support idea-to-pathway connection: Help capture business needs, support the mapping of ideas to potential solution pathways, and help engage the right SMEs so promising ideas progress into actionable solutions.
• Tracking & follow-through: Help maintain the AI/automation use-case solutions inventory, document action items from discussions, follow up with responsible parties, and chase resolution across the Tech teams to keep commitments and initiatives on track. For assigned initiatives, track status, maintain the plan, generate metrics and status reports, and conduct status meetings on required frequency.
• Coordination & oversight support: Maintain visibility of what is proposed and in flight, help keep the right people engaged, and surface dependencies, risks and progress to support timely delivery.
• Support reusability & standards: Help promote adherence to the organization's evolving AI guidance, so teams deliver consistent, compliant solutions.
  Support Enterprise & governance engagement: Help prepare for and follow up on engagement with Enterprise partners and AI governance bodies, so alignment on architecture, patterns and governance is confirmed early and tracked to closure.
• Support business engagement & transparency: Help sustain a regular rhythm with business and Tech stakeholders - preparing materials, capturing outcomes, and keeping stakeholders informed of priorities and progress.
• Continuous improvement: Contribute ideas and groundwork to improve how the team collaborates, reuses assets and governs AI work, supporting better speed and quality of delivery over time.

Required Skills :

• Bachelor's / University degree or equivalent experience.
• 6-10 years of relevant experience, with exposure to AI solution delivery and/or supporting AI/automation initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to work across functions and support engagement with senior stakeholders; strong track record of building relationships and increasing collaboration.
• Knowledge of, or hands-on experience with, AI solutions (agentic AI, LLMs) and an interest in staying current with the latest AI guidance and governance practices.
• Ability to learn quickly, work in a fast-paced environment, take initiative, and take on varied assignments as needs arise.
• Strong ability to think strategically and analytically, and to creatively problem-solve.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, presentation), with the ability to translate between technical and business audiences.
• Willingness to learn and adopt new tools and processes.
• Proficient in key software tools such as MS Office, JIRA and SharePoint.

Preferred Skills :

• Financial Services / Banking experience desirable.
• Prior hands-on experience with AI solution delivery is desirable.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy
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