Manager AI & Data Program Management Office

Guidehouse


Job Location:

Chennai - India

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 10 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Family:

Data Science & Analysis (India)


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

None

Role Summary

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.

Key Responsibilities

1. AI & Data Portfolio & PMO Leadership

  • 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.

2. Cross-Functional Orchestration

  • 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.

3. Resource & Budget Management

  • 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.

4. Knowledgebase & Process Management

  • 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.

5. Skills Training & Capability Development

  • Coordinate skills assessments and identify capability gaps across AI & Data staff s India in conjunction with the U.S. counterparts.
  • Collaborate with Indias L&D and Change & Adoption teams on necessary trainings include administrative trainings for capability development.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

6. Compliance & Regulatory Monitoring

  • Track emerging AI & Data regulations summarize implications and support internal dissemination.
  • Ensure AI delivery practices align with compliance governance and ethical AI standards.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 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

Core Competencies

  • 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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