Project Manager, Generative AI
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About the role
Overview
At Hearst, we are seeking an innovative AI Project Manager to drive the delivery of AI-powered systems across our business units. This is not a traditional project management role, but a dynamic position that requires navigating technical ambiguity and keeping cross-functional teams aligned around transformative outcomes.
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end delivery of AI projects from scoping through deployment and adoption
Build and maintain project roadmaps, timelines, and dependency maps for AI initiatives
Coordinate across AI builders, product teams, and business stakeholders to align priorities
Facilitate stakeholder discovery sessions to define problems, requirements, and success criteria
Run lightweight delivery cadences adapted to AI development workflows
Track and communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to leadership
Maintain project documentation and collaborate on knowledge sharing practices
Requirements
5+ years managing technical projects or programs in software, AI, or product environments
Strong understanding of AI development workflows, prototyping cycles, and iterative delivery
Experience working directly with engineers or AI builders in generative AI environments
Ability to translate ambiguous business problems into structured project plans
Comfort operating in fast moving environments where requirements evolve through experimentation
Ideal Candidate Background
Technical project or program managers in software or technology teams
Product managers with delivery heavy experience
Startup operators or chiefs of staff with technical project oversight
Delivery leads in engineering or technology organizations
What Makes a Successful AI Project Manager
Focus on outcomes and adoption, not just on time delivery
Keep builders unblocked and stakeholders aligned without unnecessary process
Understand AI systems to ask the right questions and spot risks early
Communicate clearly across technical and non-technical audiences
Care about measurable business impact, not just project milestones
About Hearst
Hearst is a leading global, diversified information, services, and media company dedicated to innovating and informing audiences. With a portfolio of over 360 businesses worldwide, we operate across media, financial information, healthcare, and technology sectors. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that drives meaningful transformation.