Senior Project Manager

Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications. The Senior Project Manager will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives to advance research and clinical practice, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope while leveraging modern project management practices.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute strategic initiatives spanning healthcare operations, population health analytics, biomedical research innovation, artificial intelligence solutions, and cloud/cybersecurity technology implementations
• Guide project teams to deliver on time, with clarity, quality, and measurable impact
• Manage geographically distributed and interdisciplinary project teams
• Create project plans and manage deliverables, including timelines, risk identification and mitigation, resource allocation, and coordination of cross-functional tasks using project management software (Smartsheet, Jira, and other enterprise collaboration tools)
• Leverage AI-enabled project management tools and analytics to improve forecasting, scheduling, resource planning, risk assessment, status reporting, and decision-making
• Identify opportunities to utilize generative AI technologies to streamline project documentation, meeting summaries, stakeholder communications, requirements gathering, workflow automation, and knowledge management
• Partner with technical, research, and business teams to evaluate and implement AI-driven solutions that improve operational effectiveness and project outcomes
• Ensure responsible and compliant use of AI technologies by adhering to organizational, regulatory, security, privacy, and ethical guidelines
• Lead, mentor, and coordinate internal teams and external stakeholders
• Guide junior project managers and team members, fostering collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and AI literacy within project teams
• Maintain regular, transparent communications and status updates utilizing both traditional and AI-assisted reporting methods
• Manage complex stakeholder expectations across clients, internal leadership, and external partners in healthcare, research, and technology domains
• Identify, schedule, and organize effective meetings for various activities. Manage meetings to advance project objectives, develop goal-oriented agendas, coordinate presentations, facilitate discussions, capture action items and decisions, and distribute information to attendees
• Drive adoption of new technologies, AI-enabled tools, practices, and workflows across projects and teams
• Monitor project performance using key performance indicators (KPIs), dashboards, and predictive analytics to proactively identify risks and opportunities
• Conduct post-project evaluations, document lessons learned, and share best practices, including opportunities for AI-driven process improvements

Requirements:

• Experience managing virtual and geographically distributed teams
• Familiarity with Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, and hybrid project management methodologies
• Knowledge of AI-enabled project management practices and experience utilizing generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, Claude, or similar platforms) to improve productivity, communication, documentation, and project execution
• Understanding of AI governance principles, data privacy considerations, ethical AI use, and organizational risk management practices
• Ability to evaluate business processes and identify opportunities for AI-driven automation and efficiency gains
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret project metrics, dashboards, and predictive insights
• Meticulous organizational skills, including document and information management
• Ability to be self-directed, anticipate business unit needs, take initiative, and work effectively in a cross-functional and interdisciplinary environment
• Remains positive and calm under pressure
• Collaborates effectively with diverse team members at all levels with professionalism and respect
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent oral, written, and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and AI-assisted productivity tools
• Experience with project management software such as Smartsheet, Jira, Microsoft Project, or equivalent platforms
• Bachelor's degree
• 5–7+ years of experience in senior project management roles, with a proven track record leading large-scale, high-impact programs
• Experience in healthcare IT, biomedical research, artificial intelligence initiatives, data science, analytics, or cloud/cybersecurity domains is strongly preferred
• Experience implementing or managing projects that incorporate AI, machine learning, advanced analytics, or intelligent automation solutions is highly desirable
• PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum, Agile, or equivalent project management certifications
• Informatics, healthcare analytics, biomedical research, or data science experience
• AI Project Management, AI Product Management, Generative AI, Machine Learning, or Digital Transformation experience
• Experience with enterprise AI platforms, workflow automation tools, and data visualization/reporting solutions
• Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, responsible AI practices, and emerging AI technologies