Job Family:
Data Science & Analysis (India)
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
None
The AI & Data PMO Manager will serve as a strategic leader responsible for orchestrating delivery, governance, and adoption of AI & Data initiatives across the enterprise. This role blends PMO leadership, AI transformation, portfolio oversight, and cross-functional coordination.
You will support the AI & Data Capability PMO in managing the AI & Data portfolio, establishing core capability foundations, and maintaining the India-specific AI & Data knowledgebase. You will assist with resource planning, budget tracking, knowledge management and expenditure management across the capability.
- Help oversee the AI & Data portfolio across Segments, Solutions, and Platforms related to India operations.
- Track milestones, KPIs, risks, dependencies, and value realization across programs.
- Prepare executive-level dashboards, reports, and insights for leadership.
- Act as the connective layer between AI Development teams, Data Engineering, Data Visualization, and AI Business Units in Guidehouse India.
- Work closely with the AI & Data India Capability Lead and Managers while collaborating with India Technology Capability Leads and Managers.
- Coordinate dependencies, manage risks, and ensure seamless communication across teams without formal authority.
- Partner with Resource Management POCs to plan and allocate staffing across AI & Data staff in India.
- Monitor investment budgets, track financials, and support fiscal accountability.
- Identify resourcing gaps and support workforce planning.
- Establish, maintain, and continuously improve the AI & Data knowledgebase in Guidehouse India in conjunction with the Guidehouse US AI & Data knowledgebase.
- Ensure documentation, standards, templates, and best practices are accessible and up to date.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance PMO operations and reporting efficiency.
- Coordinate skills assessments and identify capability gaps across AI & Data staff s India in conjunction with the U.S. counterparts.
- Collaborate with India’s L&D and Change & Adoption teams on necessary trainings, include administrative trainings for capability development.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
- Track emerging AI & Data regulations, summarize implications, and support internal dissemination.
- Ensure AI delivery practices align with compliance, governance, and ethical AI standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field
- 10 – 15 yrs of total experience
- 5+ years in PMO, Program Mgmt., Business Ops or Transformation Office roles
- Experience supporting Technology, Data, Analytics, AI or Digital Business
- Exposure to consulting firms or GCCs preferred
- Experience with Agile delivery methodologies (Scrum, SAFe) and tools such as Jira, Miro/Mural, Figma, or similar.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
- Excellent communication, synthesis, and documentation skills.
- Experience with resource planning, budget tracking, and portfolio reporting.
- Project management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, CAPM).
- Agile certifications (CSM, SAFe, ICAgile).
- Experience in consulting or matrixed environments
- Exposure to knowledge management systems and collaboration platforms
- Experience leading AI transformation for mid-to-large organizations
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate AI strategy into actionable plans.
- Leadership Without Authority: Skilled at influencing diverse teams.
- Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative inputs.
- Communication Excellence: Clear, structured, and persuasive communication.
- Agility & Adaptability: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and rapid change.
- User-Centered Mindset: Commitment to human-centered design and adoption.
Operational Discipline: Strong PMO, governance, and process improvement capabilities
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
About Guidehouse
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