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The ideal candidate brings strong program leadership, creativity in identifying opportunities, and the ability to organize ideas into clear, actionable use cases.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nDirect and support a team of AI engineers, ensuring priorities, timelines, and deliverables stay aligned with business goals.\nPartner with business leaders and technical teams to translate needs into well-defined AI initiatives and practical implementation plans.\nDevelop, refine, and prioritize use cases that demonstrate measurable value for internal or customer-facing applications.\nEvaluate incoming requests, concepts, and proposed opportunities to determine feasibility, impact, and strategic fit.\nFacilitate communication among stakeholders by leading discussions, clarifying expectations, and maintaining momentum across cross-functional teams.\nApply structured project and program management practices to oversee scope, milestones, risks, and resource coordination.\nEncourage innovative thinking by shaping and presenting new ideas that can expand AI capabilities within the organization.\nUse agile methods where appropriate to keep initiatives moving efficiently and adapt plans as project needs evolve.\n5+ years of experience in project or program management, including leadership of cross-functional initiatives.\nDemonstrated ability to manage stakeholder communication and build alignment between business partners and technical teams.\nExperience defining business or customer use cases and turning concepts into organized project plans.\nStrong knowledge of formal project management methodologies; PMP certification is preferred.\nFamiliarity with Agile and Scrum practices in technology-driven environments.\nAbility to assess competing ideas, prioritize requests, and guide decision-making with a strategic mindset.\nExposure to AI-related tools, platforms, or concepts such as Claude, Gemini, or similar technologies is desirable.\nTechnology Doesn't Change the World, People Do. ®\n\nRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.\n\nRobert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.\n\nAll applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.\n\n© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. 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