AI Project Manager

Ford Motor Company

. Build project plans defining scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,400 - $192,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management methodologies, including agile practices, while providing strategic guidance and technical leadership. Capable of analyzing project performance, defining KPIs, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to optimize outcomes.

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Project ManagementAgile PracticesRisk ManagementKPI DefinitionTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningData AnalysisChange ManagementBacklog RefinementStrategic RoadmappingPerformance ReportingResource AllocationContinuous ImprovementAI IntegrationCommittee Operations

Soft Skills

LeadershipFacilitationAnalytical Problem-SolvingInterpersonal CommunicationDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

SharePointCommunication ChannelsProject Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

AI InitiativesDevelopment Life CycleInnovationGlobal EnvironmentStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build project plans defining scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations
Support AI organization operations and culture-building through internal and external events
Define KPIs for AI success, source necessary data, and measure initiative impact with data analysts
Facilitate and manage committee operations
Run daily standups for AI working groups and remove impediments with technical leads
Maintain organizational communication through file management, communication channels, and SharePoint resources
Provide technical leadership and guidance on project/program management methodologies, best practices, and tools
Provide strategic guidance and decision-making support to project teams
Address complex issues, mitigate risks, and optimize outcomes
Track metrics and KPIs to monitor project health and strategic alignment
Analyze and report project performance to executive leadership and stakeholders
Stay current on innovation, continuous improvement methodologies, industry trends, and emerging project-management technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Experience across all phases of the development life cycle
Familiarity with agile practices
Experience in risk management, mitigation, and contingency planning
Experience in change/issue management and dependency identification
Experience in demand management and backlog refinement
Experience building strategic roadmaps with cross-functional teams
Strong leadership, facilitation, and analytical/problem-solving skills
Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills in a global environment
Empathy and care for customers and teams
Detail-oriented, with strong prioritization and organizational skills
Ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands
Experience embedding AI initiatives and AI-enabled practices into project management workflows
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time