Strategic Project Lead

The role

The Strategic Project Lead drives tactical execution of multi-million-dollar projects. You will manage end-to-end data pipelines and coordinate over 1,000 contributors to support AI labs.

What you will do

• Drive the tactical execution of multi-million-dollar projects.
• Build deep client relationships with researchers at top AI labs.
• Orchestrate the work of 1,000+ contributors.
• Ensure flawless operational execution under demanding timelines.
• Design and manage end-to-end data pipelines.
• Diagnose bottlenecks, restructure workflows, and implement solutions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for leading AI labs.
• Deliver clear, consistent reporting and anticipate client needs.
• Source, vet, train, and performance-manage domain experts.
• Run daily internal syncs to stay ahead of issues.

Required qualifications

• Background in consulting, finance, startups, or other operationally intense environments.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects.
• Comfortable working directly with high-profile clients.
• Excited by gritty process optimization and large-scale execution.

Benefits

• Performance incentives
• Meaningful equity
• $10K proximity bonus (if you live within 0.5 miles of our office)
• $1.5K monthly stipend for meals
• Free Equinox membership
• $200 monthly laundry reimbursement
• $200 monthly personal wellness reimbursement
• Health, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Up to $15k Relocation bonus

About the company

Mercor builds infrastructure that enables frontier AI labs and enterprises to train, evaluate, and improve AI on real-world professional work. The company is profitable and recently raised a $750 million Series D at a $20 billion valuation.