AI Program Manager Appleton, WI

AI Project Manager

We are looking for an AI Project Manager to join our team in Appleton, Wisconsin in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position will guide AI-focused initiatives from concept through execution, connecting business priorities with technical delivery while helping shape practical, high-value solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong program leadership, creativity in identifying opportunities, and the ability to organize ideas into clear, actionable use cases.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and support a team of AI engineers, ensuring priorities, timelines, and deliverables stay aligned with business goals.
• Partner with business leaders and technical teams to translate needs into well-defined AI initiatives and practical implementation plans.
• Develop, refine, and prioritize use cases that demonstrate measurable value for internal or customer-facing applications.
• Evaluate incoming requests, concepts, and proposed opportunities to determine feasibility, impact, and strategic fit.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders by leading discussions, clarifying expectations, and maintaining momentum across cross-functional teams.
• Apply structured project and program management practices to oversee scope, milestones, risks, and resource coordination.
• Encourage innovative thinking by shaping and presenting new ideas that can expand AI capabilities within the organization.
• Use agile methods where appropriate to keep initiatives moving efficiently and adapt plans as project needs evolve.