Neos Consulting

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City : Austin State : Texas Neos is Seeking a Program Manager (AI & Automation) for a contract role with our client in Austin, TX. • **ONSITE - ONLY CANDIDATES CURRENTLY RESIDING IN THE AUSTIN, TX AREA WILL BE CONSIDERED*** This position requires candidates to be onsite 5 days a week at 6230 E Stassney Ln, Austin, TX 78744 Candidates must be LOCAL No calls, no emails, please respond directly to the "apply" link with your resume and contact details. Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Artificial Intelligence & Automation Program Manager to lead our AI & Automation Initiatives and inform executive strategy for this high-profile program area. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical knowledge, project management skills, strong communication abilities, and the ability to effectively introduce changes to business users. They will also possess a keen strategic understanding of the strategic application of this technology to meet business needs. Responsibilities • Program Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of AI and Automation projects. • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with ITD teams and external partners to define and clarify project scope and requirements, focusing on the customer to ensure their understanding of the implementation and usage of solutions. • Program Strategy: Develop and implement strategies to enhance organizational efficiency with Automation and AI technologies while ensuring effective governance and risk evaluation. • System Implementation: Lead the deployment solutions and monitor delivery of the portfolio. • Team Leadership: Lead a team of TxDOT ITD cross-matrixed specialists (such as Applications, Infrastructure, Change Management, etc.), providing guidance and support to achieve project goals. • Timeline and Budget Management: Monitor project timeline and budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and cost control. • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. • Technical: Understanding of AI/ML & Automation technologies, platforms, and tools. • Reporting: Generate regular reports on project progress, highlighting key milestones and deliverables. Minimum Years of Experience, Skills, and Qualifications Level 2: 4-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Qualifications • Education: Bachelor's degree in information management, computer science, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred. • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical program delivery. • Technical Skills: Knowledge of AWS/Azure products including Copilot, Bedrock, SageMaker, Foundry, and UiPath. • Project Management: Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., PMP, Agile). • Communication: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. • Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects. • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Attention to Detail: Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy. #DICE #LI-MB