Agile Project Manager

Veriday Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriday Inc. in Toronto invites an experienced Agile Project Manager to organize several initiatives within a dynamic team.

You will drive day-to-day project activities, ensure Agile best practices are followed, and fill gaps to keep delivery on track. The six-month contract role requires hybrid work with 3 days per week in the Toronto office, and close collaboration with stakeholders to define priorities and align goals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in Agile environments.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency with Scrum and Kanban, and Jira/Confluence/Trello.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple Agile projects to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and ensure adherence to Agile principles.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to manage dependencies, risks, and issues.
• Track progress, resource utilization, and deliverables.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to maintain momentum.
• Partner with stakeholders to define priorities and align goals.
• Provide structure to day-to-day operations and mentor team members in Agile practices.

Skills

Agile project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Facilitation

Problem solving

Education

PMP or CSM certification

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Trello

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Agile Project Manager to support and organize multiple ongoing initiatives within a dynamic team environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive and adaptable professional who can manage day-to-day project activities, ensure Agile best practices are followed, and fill in critical gaps to keep delivery on track.

This is a contractual hybrid role for a period of 6 months, with the potential for extension. The candidate must work from the Toronto office 3 days/ week.

Job Location: Toronto

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple Agile projects, ensuring on-time and quality delivery of initiatives.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc.) and ensure the team adheres to Agile principles.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to manage dependencies, risks, and issues.
• Track and report project progress, resource utilization, and deliverables.
• Identify bottlenecks and proactively implement solutions to maintain project momentum.
• Partner closely with stakeholders to define priorities, manage expectations, and align goals.
• Provide structure and organization to day-to-day project operations that require additional support.
• Serve as a mentor or guide for team members to strengthen Agile delivery practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• 7+ years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in Agile environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Trello).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a “can-do” attitude.
• PMP, CSM, or equivalent Agile certification is an asset.

We offer a competitive salary, casual workspace, and great people to collaborate with.