Project Manager

Keste; Piedras Negras; Híbrido; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Argano is seeking a Project Manager / Scrum Master to lead agile software delivery teams. You will plan, execute, and close projects using Scrum, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget. You’ll work with stakeholders and senior management to drive high-quality results.

The role requires strong leadership, risk management, and excellent communication across cross-functional teams, with a focus on delivering value to clients on time.

Formación

• 5 to 10 years of experience in project management.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master/Agile PM.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering software projects.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as Project Manager/Scrum Master for agile development teams.
• Lead one or multiple projects, ensuring on-time delivery within scope and budget.
• Define scope and deliverables based on SOW; create detailed project plans.
• Maintain Budget Tracker to ensure spend aligns with plan.
• Build and manage project teams; foster collaboration and communication.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensure quality standards and implement QA processes.
• Present project status, milestones, issues, and risks.

Conocimientos

Project management

Scrum Master

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Risk management

PM tools

Quality assurance

Conflict resolution

Escalation management

Educación

Bachelor's degree

MBA or related master's

Herramientas

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Asana

Trello

Descripción del empleo

JOB DATA

JOB TITLE: Project Manager / Scrum Master

DATE: October 23, 2023

BUSINESS UNIT and/or DEPARTMENT:

SALARY GRADE: 18 Overtime Eligibility: Yes/No (comp. dept determines)

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports To: X

Direct Reports: N/A

JOB SUMMARY

A Project Manager / Scrum Master at Argano is a professional responsible for leading and managing medium to complex (enterprise-level) projects using the Agile Scrum methodology. This role requires a deep understanding of project management principles, Scrum practices, and a proven track record of successful project delivery. They play a crucial role in ensuring project teams are organized, efficient, and deliver high-quality products for our clients on time. They are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects through Agile Methodology while ensuring that they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. They work closely with stakeholders, team members, and senior management to ensure project success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the Project Manager/Scrum Master for one or more Agile development teams, ensuring they follow Agile principles and practices.
• Lead and manage either one or multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables based on the SOW (Statement of Work). Create a detailed project plan, including timelines, resource allocation, and key dependencies.
• Maintain and manage a Project Budget Tracker/Burn Sheet to ensure allocated budget is not exceeded. .
• Assemble project teams, assign tasks, and manage resources. Foster collaboration and communication among team members.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Ensure that project deliverables meet the required quality standards. Implement quality control processes.
• Prepare and present project status reports to senior management and stakeholders. Highlight key milestones, issues, and risks.

MINIMUM AND/OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• MBA or relevant master's degree, advanced degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• 5 to 10 years' experience in project management.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master and/or Agile Project Manager
• Proven experience managing complex projects with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in software development, IT, or technology-related projects is preferred.
• Experience with project risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Experience in conducting quality reviews and implementing corrective actions.
• Project management software knowledge such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, Asana, Trello, etc.
• Previous experience in IT industries and with ERP and/or CRM technology platforms.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• N/A- for recruitment purposes.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Project Management Skills: Proficiency in project management methodologies and best practices.
• Scrum Master Skills: In-depth understanding of Agile and Scrum principles.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong ability to communicate project progress and issues to stakeholders.
• Strong Project Leadership skills: Provide guidance and support to ensure successful project execution.
• Stakeholder Management: Skill in managing stakeholder expectations and addressing their needs.
• Project Management Tools: Familiarity with project management tools and software, such as JIRA, Trello, or Microsoft Project.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations, while directing QA Lead.
• Conflict Resolution: Resolve conflicts and disputes within project teams or with stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Address project issues and challenges with innovative solutions.
• Escalation Management: Manage proper internal communication to Argano leadership team and stakeholders, ensuring appropriate internal and external escalation processes are followed.