IT Project Manager

Tekskills Inc.; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Tekskills Inc. is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead large-scale programs in an Agile/Scrum environment. The role emphasizes stakeholder management, Jira/Confluence/Rally proficiency, and delivering complex projects on time.

You will drive Agile ceremonies, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with business goals while managing evolving requirements in a dynamic Chennai-based setting.

Qualifications

• Total experience: 7–10 years in IT project management.
• Minimum 6 years in IT project management.
• At least 3 years of hands-on Agile/Scrum experience.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Rally or similar PM tools.
• Certifications preferred: SAFe SPC, SAFe Agilist (SA), CSP.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage end-to-end IT projects/programs, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, QA, product owners, and stakeholders.
• Track and report project progress, risks, and dependencies using Jira, Confluence, or Rally.
• Drive Agile/Scrum ceremonies and ensure team adherence to Agile best practices.
• Ensure alignment with business goals and manage change effectively.
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather and prioritize requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Agile/Scrum experience

Project coordination

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Rally

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and manage large-scale programs or complex projects in an Agile/Scrum environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Agile/Scrum methodologies, excellent stakeholder management skills, and hands-on experience with project management tools like Jira, Confluence, or Rally.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage end-to-end IT projects/programs, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, QA, product owners, and stakeholders.


• Track and report project progress, risks, and dependencies using tools like Jira, Confluence, or Rally.


• Drive Agile/Scrum ceremonies and ensure team adherence to Agile best practices.


• Ensure alignment with business goals and manage change effectively.


• Work closely with stakeholders to gather and prioritize requirements.

Experience

• Total Experience: 7 to 10 years


• Relevant Experience: Minimum 6 years in IT project management


• Agile Experience: At least 3 years of hands-on experience managing projects in Agile/Scrum environments


• Tools: Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Rally, or similar Agile PM tools

Key Skills

• 6+ years of program or large-scale IT project management experience


• Minimum 3 years of experience in Agile/Scrum environments


• Familiarity with Agile project management tools like Jira, Confluence, or Rally


• Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Certifications (Preferred)

• SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)


• SAFe Agilist (SA)


• Certified Scrum Professional (CSP)

Shift Timing

9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST