Business Analyst - AI

Absolutely no direct contact by third-party companies or H1B consultants! You will be automatically DELETED!We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst / Project Manager (BA/PM) to support enterprise and operational initiatives, with a strong emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven projects. This role will bridge business needs and technical solutions, driving projects from concept through delivery while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Analysis & AI EnablementIdentify opportunities to integrate AI into business processes and use cases Develop business cases supporting AI initiatives and investments Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document business and functional requirements Translate complex business needs into clear, actionable deliverables for technical teams Support AI solution design by analyzing data, workflows, and machine learning opportunities Project ManagementLead and manage enterprise-level projects from initiation through delivery Ensure projects are delivered within scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations Develop and maintain project documentation, including: Project Plans and Charters Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) Functional Specifications (FSDs) Statements of Work (SOWs) Status reports and executive updates Facilitate Agile ceremonies and ensure adherence to Agile methodologies Manage risks, issues, and changes to ensure successful project outcomes Stakeholder Engagement & CommunicationPartner with executive leadership, business users, vendors, and technical teams Align competing priorities and manage stakeholder expectations Lead requirements workshops and working sessions Provide clear, concise communication and reporting across all levels of the organization Documentation & Process ManagementCreate and maintain key project artifacts, including: Process flows and diagrams Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTMs) User Acceptance Testing (UAT) scripts Meeting notes and approval documentation Ensure all documentation supports development, testing, and implementation efforts Required QualificationsMinimum 5+ years of experience in a Senior Business Analyst and/or Project Manager role Proven experience delivering AI or data-driven projects Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and project management best practices Experience with project planning and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, or similar) Demonstrated ability to lead requirements elicitation workshops and translate outcomes into formal documentation Experience working across business, technical, and executive stakeholders Strong knowledge of business process analysis and improvement Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with machine learning concepts, tools, and data analytics Experience supporting enterprise-level implementations Background in public sector or large-scale organizations (a plus) Key SkillsStakeholder management and relationship building Communication and presentation (written and verbal) Change management and expectation setting Analytical thinking and problem-solving Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment