Expert Project Manager

Job-ID33296541Reference26-11938Salary$129,000-$207,000 / yearSummary:Location: Oakland, CAResponsibilities:Serve as the enterprise intake and orchestration lead for AI initiatives, ensuring investments align with corporate strategy, value realization, and responsible AI principles.Lead a portfolio of high-impact data, analytics, and AI programs, providing program governance, delivery oversight, and executive-level reporting.Enable enterprise data and AI transformation by collaborating with business, technology, and data management teams to improve decision-making, operational efficiency, and innovation.Manage program and project budgets, ensuring financial resources are used efficiently and projects are completed within the allocated budget.Identify potential risks to project success and develop comprehensive mitigation plans to address these risks proactively.Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and effective communication among team members from different departments to achieve project objectives.Regularly update stakeholders on project progress, changes, and any issues that arise, ensuring transparency and alignment with business objectives.Track project milestones and assess the performance of projects to ensure they meet the set objectives and deliver the expected outcomes.Ensure project teams have the necessary resources, including personnel, technology, and tools, for timely and efficient execution of their tasks.Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, communication plans, risk logs, and status reports, to ensure all project information is accurately recorded and accessible.Ensure robust project governance to ensure compliance with internal audit requirements.Drive continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery of IT programs by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices.Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a job-related discipline or equivalent experience.Minimum 8 years of experience in technology programs and project management.Preferred Skills:5 years of experience in managing AI projects.5 years of experience in demand management.Experience in PPM Tool such as Planisware.PMP from PMI.SAFe Agilist.SAFe Lean Portfolio Management.