Project Manager - Drive AI Innovation at Robert Half in Houston, TX

Join Robert Half's dynamic team as a Project Manager specializing in AI-driven initiatives. Based in the heart of Houston, Texas, this full-time role offers the chance to lead cutting-edge projects that transform business operations through artificial intelligence. If you thrive in Agile environments, excel at stakeholder coordination, and have a passion for delivering high-impact AI solutions, this position is your opportunity to make a significant mark.

About the Role

As a Project Manager at Robert Half, you will take full ownership of AI programs, guiding them from inception to successful deployment. Houston's booming tech scene provides the perfect backdrop for this role, where you'll collaborate with top-tier engineering teams, data scientists, and business leaders. This position demands a strategic thinker who can navigate complex dependencies, manage budgets effectively, and ensure every project meets its KPIs. With Robert Half's reputation for excellence in staffing and technology solutions, you'll contribute to initiatives that drive client success and innovation across industries.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Delivery Ownership

Lead the complete lifecycle of AI-driven projects, including meticulous planning, execution, tracking, and closure. Ensure all initiatives achieve their intended outcomes by maintaining rigorous oversight and adapting to evolving project needs in a fast-paced environment.

Agile Delivery Leadership

Champion Agile methodologies by facilitating essential ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement. Promote best practices to foster high-performing teams and continuous improvement in delivery velocity.

Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination

Act as the pivotal liaison among business executives, internal engineering and data science teams, and external vendors. Align diverse interests to guarantee seamless communication, alignment on goals, and punctual delivery of project milestones.

Requirements Definition & Risk Management

Collaborate closely with business analysts and technical experts to convert high-level business objectives into precise functional and technical specifications tailored for AI implementations. Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks, crafting robust mitigation strategies to keep projects on schedule.

Reporting, Financial & Resource Oversight

Monitor progress against key metrics and milestones, delivering clear, data-driven status reports, forecasts, and executive summaries. Manage budgets, resource allocation, and timelines to optimize efficiency and achieve on-time, on-budget results.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Project Manager role, candidates should possess:

• At least 5-7 years of hands-on project management experience, ideally in AI, machine learning, or technology transformation projects.
• Deep expertise in Agile/Scrum frameworks, with certifications like PMP, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or SAFe Agilist as a strong plus.
• Proven track record in requirements elicitation, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional team leadership.
• Strong analytical skills for risk assessment, dependency mapping, and KPI tracking.
• Experience with project tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline; advanced degrees or MBA preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for high-stakes executive reporting.
• Familiarity with AI technologies, data science workflows, and vendor management in tech ecosystems.

Houston-based candidates or those willing to relocate to Houston, Texas, United States, are ideal. Remote work options may be available for exceptional candidates.

Why Join Us at Robert Half?

Robert Half is a global leader in professional services, renowned for connecting top talent with transformative opportunities. In this role, you'll enjoy a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $160,000 annually (based on experience), comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and professional growth support. Work in Houston's vibrant energy and tech hub, contributing to AI projects that shape the future. Advance your career with a company that values innovation, work-life balance, and employee success. Apply now to lead the next wave of AI excellence!