HR Project Manager (AI Projects)

***MUST HAVE Experience with AI, RPA, or Automation projects (e.g., UI Path, Automation Anywhere, or Copilot) in HR EcosystemJob Title: HR Project Manager (AI Automation)Terms of Employment:

• W2 Contract-to-Hire, 6 Months

• This position is 100% remote.

Overview & Responsibilities:

Join an innovative "Emerging Technology" team within a global professional services firm. This role is dedicated to managing the lifecycle of AI, RPA, and automation projects specifically for the Talent/HR department. You will ensure that new tech initiatives—from AI chatbots to automated workflows—are delivered with discipline and integrated seamlessly into HR operations. You will…

• Lead the planning and execution of AI, RPA, and automation pilots and proofs of concept.

• Partner with the Emerging Technology team to move ideas from the "intake" phase through to full-scale deployment.

• Manage the governance and decision-making process for new AI requests.

• Facilitate cross-functional meetings between technical automation teams and HR stakeholders.

• Prepare executive-level presentations and materials to communicate project progress and risks.

• Ensure projects follow waterfall rigor while incorporating iterative practices where necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of PM experience managing complex, cross-functional technical initiatives.

• Demonstrated experience with AI, RPA, or Automation projects (e.g., UI Path, Automation Anywhere, or Copilot).

• Strong HR domain knowledge (Talent Acquisition, HR Ops, etc.).

• Proven ability to drive execution in a matrixed environment without direct authority over technical resources.

• Experience in high-visibility, sensitive project environments (e.g., acquisitions or global rollouts).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specific experience with Microsoft Copilot Studio or Copilot Agents.

• Proficiency in Smartsheet and ServiceNow.

• PMP Certification.

• Experience with Change Management (OCM) and transitioning new tech to "steady-state" ownership.