Business Analyst - AI

Absolutely no direct contact by third-party companies or H1B consultants! You will be automatically DELETED! 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