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Lead Project Manager AI, Strategic Initiatives & Transformation - RBC
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Senior Lead Project Manager driving end‑to‑end delivery of high‑impact AI transformation initiatives, coordinating cross‑functional teams, and mentoring junior managers to achieve strategic objectives across the organization.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex AI transformation projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Serve as the primary point of accountability for project portfolios, managing scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
- Mentor and coach junior project managers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and best practices.
- Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration among data science, engineering, product, and business units to drive seamless integration of AI solutions.
- Implement Agile frameworks, track progress with advanced metrics, and proactively manage risks and issues.
- Communicate status, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership and key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.
Requirements
- 10+ years of project management experience, with a proven track record in AI or data‑driven transformation initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and project management tools (Jira, MS Project).
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and mentor junior staff.
- Experience with risk management, budgeting, and resource planning in a large enterprise environment.