Job Openings Strategic Projects Lead

About the job Strategic Projects Lead

Statement of Work 

Title: Strategic Projects Lead
Location: San Francisco, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Person

1. Introduction & Role Summary

This Statement of Work defines the scope, expectations, and performance standards for the Strategic Projects Lead (RCC-12). This role is designed for a high-intensity operator capable of executing complex, high-stakes initiatives in a demanding, in-person environment. The Strategic Projects Lead will drive mission-critical projects end-to-end while interfacing directly with technical AI researchers and cross-functional stakeholders. The position requires exceptional ownership, structured thinking, and the ability to perform under sustained pressure.

2. Compensation Structure

  • Base Salary Range: $110,000 – $150,000

  • Work Arrangement: Full-time, in-person in San Francisco, CA

3. Scope of Responsibilities

The Strategic Projects Lead will:

  • Own and execute high-priority strategic initiatives from inception to completion

  • Operate effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments

  • Interface directly with technical AI researchers and operational teams

  • Translate ambiguous problems into structured execution plans

  • Drive accountability across cross-functional stakeholders

  • Maintain velocity and performance in an intensive, in-person work environment

This role requires a willingness to work extended hours (60–70+ hours per week) consistent with a high-performance operational culture.

4. Required Qualifications

  • Demonstrated history of strong execution in high-pressure environments such as top-tier investment banking, management consulting, or high-growth startup operations

  • Proven ownership of large, complex initiatives delivered end-to-end

  • Clear and structured communication skills

  • Comfort operating in ambiguous environments with minimal oversight

  • Direct exposure to AI systems, tools, or workflows

5. Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience at Goldman Sachs, MBB (McKinsey, BCG, Bain), Catalyst, or similarly high-output organizations

  • Prior Strategic Projects Lead or human data operations experience at companies such as Scale AI, Mercor, Surge, or similar

  • Background in healthcare or healthtech

  • Demonstrated experience integrating AI tools into operational workflows

6. Performance Standards

Success in this role will be measured by:

  • Ability to independently lead and deliver complex initiatives

  • Effectiveness in working directly with AI researchers

  • Execution speed and quality under pressure

  • Clear ownership and accountability

  • Demonstrated comfort operating in an intense, in-person environment

7. Term & Location

This is a full-time, in-person role based in San Francisco, California. Ongoing employment is contingent upon performance and alignment with organizational objectives.