AI Project Manager

Lewis & Clark Capital is a family office investing in and partnering with lower middle market businesses across a range of industries. We are seeking a highly motivated Value Creation professional to work directly with portfolio company leadership teams to drive operational improvements, process automation, and the practical adoption of software,data, andAI-enabled workflows. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and technology, with a mandate to identify and execute initiatives that create measurable value across our portfolio. Key Responsibilities Partner with Lewis & Clark team members and portfolio company executives to identify and prioritize value creation opportunities across operations, data, and technology Translate business problems into practical, implementable solutions using modern tools and technologies Lead and support initiatives spanning workflow optimization, process automation, and data infrastructure, reporting, and analytics Evaluate emerging software and AI-enabled tools and platforms, distinguishing high-impact applications from low-value noise Develop andimplement practical solutions, building lightweight and scalable tools that drive adoption within portfolio companies Serve as a thought partner to management teams on operational strategy and technology adoption Manage multiple projects across companies, balancing strategy development with hands-on execution Track and communicate the impact of initiatives to internal stakeholders Document and share learnings across portfolio companies to build repeatable playbooks Qualifications 3–7 years of experience in management consulting, technology implementation, or private equity value creation and portfolio company operations Hands‑on experience with modern data tools, automation platforms, and AI/LLM workflowswith a track record of building and deploying solutions, not just evaluating them Experience working in code (Python, SQL, or similar) at a scripting level and ability to build and configure solutions independently, including API integrations, automation workflows, and no‑code / low‑code platforms. This is not a software engineering role and deep coding expertise is not required. Experience in private equity‑backed or multi‑company environments strongly preferred Core Competencies Strong business acumen with the ability to quickly understand complex business models, products, and operational challenges Stronglistening skills and the ability to diagnose problems and synthesize inputs quickly Execution‑oriented mindsetwith comfort moving from idea to implementation Systems thinking and the ability to understand how processes, data flows, and tools connect across a business Deep curiosity about technology andAI, with practical judgment to distinguish high‑impact opportunities from hype Technical self‑sufficiency, with the ability to scope, build, and troubleshoot solutions independently across a range of tools and platforms Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives across different companies simultaneously Executive presence and confidence working with senior leadership teams Adaptability and comfort working in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments What Success Looks Like Identifying and executing on high‑impact, practical opportunities across portfolio companies Driving measurable improvements in efficiency, cost, and growth Building and deploying solutions that are adopted and sustained over time Helping portfolio companies adopt modern tools without over‑engineering solutions Developing a repeatable playbook for how L&CC approaches AI and technology implementation across the portfolio Becoming a trusted partner to management teams and internal stakeholders Why This Role This is a unique opportunity early in your career, working across multiple businesses, building real solutions, and shaping howAIand automation are applied in practical, value‑accretive ways. #J-18808-Ljbffr