Sr. Business Analyst/Project Manager - Artificial Intelligence (AI)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

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 Responsibilities:

Business Analysis & AI Enablement

* Identify 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 Management

* Lead 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 & Communication

* Partner 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 Management

* Create 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 Qualifications

* Minimum 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 Qualifications

* Familiarity with machine learning concepts, tools, and data analytics

* Experience supporting enterprise-level implementations

* Background in public sector or large-scale organizations (a plus)

Key Skills

* Stakeholder 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