Job Summary

Job Description: AI Project Manager

Location: India

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced AI Project Manager to lead the implementation of AI and Generative AI projects, from pre-sales solutioning through project execution and customer success. This role requires someone who can engage credibly with AI Solution Architects and data science teams on solution design, while also excelling at stakeholder management, project governance, and driving measurable business outcomes for customers.

The ideal candidate combines robust project management discipline with a working understanding of AI/ML and Generative AI concepts, enabling them to manage the unique risks, iterative nature, and cross-functional complexity of AI project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities AI Project Implementation: Lead end-to-end delivery of AI/ML and Generative AI projects, including use case discovery, model development, MLOps/LLMOps pipelines, integration, and production deployment. Manage iterative, experimentation-driven workstreams (data preparation,



model training/fine-tuning, prompt engineering, evaluation) alongside traditional delivery milestones. Coordinate cross-functional teams of data scientists, ML engineers, AI Solution Architects, and business analysts to ensure aligned, on-track delivery. Oversee model validation, responsible AI/governance checks, and production readiness prior to go-live. Pre-Sales Support: Partner with sales and pre-sales teams to scope, estimate, and structure AI engagements, including feasibility assessments and proof-of-concept (POC) planning. Support RFP/RFI responses, SOWs, and proposal development with realistic timelines, staffing plans, and phased delivery approaches (POC → pilot → scale). Translate customer business problems into high-level AI solution narratives in collaboration with AI Solution Architects. Participate in client-facing pre-sales discussions to build credibility and confidence in AI delivery capa

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🏢 HCL Tech
📍 India