Contract Data and AI Project Manager

Contract Project Manager (Data and AI) Aldgate (3 days onsite / 2 remote) Contract until end of year £600 per day (Inside IR35)Role OverviewWe''re looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a high-profile Data and AI initiative, with a particular focus on Agentic AI. You''ll be working closely with a specialist third-party vendor to ensure successful coordination, governance, and delivery of this programme.This is a hands-on role within a rapidly evolving space, requiring someone who is comfortable working in ambiguity, bringing structure to undefined areas, and driving progress across multiple stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Delivery and OperationsTake ownership of delivering a key Agentic AI programme, ensuring successful outcomes in partnership with an external delivery provider.Coordinate activity across business stakeholders, data teams, AI specialists, engineering functions, and third-party vendors.Manage delivery using Agile methodologies, maintaining strong pace and alignment across sprint cycles and milestones.Operate effectively in undefined or evolving environments, helping shape priorities, requirements, and delivery direction.Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, demos, and retrospectives.Maintain governance artefacts including project plans, RAID logs, risks, issues, dependencies, and reporting packs.Provide clear, structured updates to stakeholders, including project boards and senior leadership.Drive risk and issue ..... full job details .....