Project Manager- AI/ML

Role Summary: The Project Manager is a results-driven and innovative project leader within DataForce. The Project Manager is responsible for leading successful execution of the life cycle of a range of AI-Data projects, through the utilization of expertise and technical skills to manage project budgets, timelines, and quality requirements. The Project Manager has accountability for fostering professional client relationships, managing and coordinating external vendors, and leading and collaborating with cross-functional project teams and partners.Role Responsibilities:The Project Manager is ultimately responsible for the quality of work, profitability, and performance of their projects.Oversee all aspects of the management of projects from hand-off through project completion to ensure project success against defined KPIsDevelop and maintain project plans, workflows, guidelines, and resource materialsProvide effective analysis and reporting of project performanceTrack, monitor, and control project financial, timeline and quality performanceOrganize and deliver a Post Project ReviewProvide effective risk management through identification, escalation, mitigation, and effective resolution of issuesExecute projects autonomously, while successfully coordinating with cross-functional project teams as required to procure required resources and supportServe as a primary point of contact for clients and both internal and external stakeholdersProactively identify opportunities, provide recommendations, and drive improvements to maximize operational efficiency and implement scalable solutionsEstablish, strengthen, and expand client relationships, support development of new business opportunities and overall profitable revenue growthAssist in the hiring process of new team members and train themContribute to the development of the knowledge and capability of the department, team, colleagues in industry, and technology advancements.Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for this role and assigned by the manager/supervisorJob requirements:Role Requirements – Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesSolid understanding of data collection, annotation, and transcription activities, ideally in an AI settingExcellent leadership, interpersonal, and relationship-building skillsEffective written and verbal communication skillsEffective use of platforms/systems to plan, organize, and prioritize to ensure the successful completion of projectsEstablished expertise in project management skills and methodologiesOutstanding teamwork and collaboration skillsDemonstrated exceptional analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skillsEstablished competency in the use of business applications and collaboration tools, including but not limited to the Microsoft suite of applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams) and Google Workspace suite of products.Role Requirements – Education and/or ExperienceMinimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent5+ years’ relevant project management experience or experience in other roles with similar responsibilitiesExperience managing AI Machine Learning data-related projects, including speech, text and computer vision data collection, data curation and annotation projectsDemonstrated success in end-to-end management of projects (total project lifecycle)Experience with project financials including proposals, RFPs, RFQs, MSAs, budgets, GM, quotes and SOWsExperience working with a high-performance, collaborative, and constructive peer groupAbility to apply technology in solving business problemsExperience managing information technology, data management, or similar technical projectsAI industry experienceEstablished expertise in applying PMI/PMP management principles, methods, and standardsBusiness English language proficiencyPreferred Role RequirementsPMP or equivalent certificationExperience working with support ticketing systemsExperience managing projects with crowdsourcing and remote resourcing solutionsExperience working in a multinational/multicultural virtual working environmentExperience in working in a cross-functional/matrix organizationFluency in a language other than English language