1.20. Certified Project Manager/Scrum Master

Focused HR Solutions; Richmond, Virginia, Stokesville (VA, MN, VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Project Manager/Scrum Master to lead Agile projects in a hybrid environment. This role is pivotal in driving project delivery, managing risks, and ensuring effective communication among teams. You'll coordinate Agile ceremonies, track project metrics, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. If you're passionate about Agile methodologies and have a strong background in project management, this opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact project success and team productivity.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Agile project management principles and practices required.
• Strong interpersonal skills for mentoring and team building are essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive project delivery through planning, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Coordinate Agile ceremonies and track project progress.

Skills

Agile project management principles

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Business process analysis

Education

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

SAFe Certification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Candidates will be required to work a hybrid work schedule – 3 days on-site in Richmond, VA and 2 days remote each week. In-Person Interview Required.

Our direct client has an opening for a Certified Project Manager/Scrum Master position # 729389. This position is for 8-12+ months, with option of extension, and will be worked a hybrid work schedule – 3 days onsite in Richmond, VA and 2 days remote.

If you are interested, please submit the following:

1. YOUR CURRENT RESUME.
2. YOUR HOURLY RATE.

Below is the job description – Resumes due ASAP.

Description:

• Drives consistent project delivery through the entire project lifecycle, including: project plans, release plans, resource allocation, and management of project risks, scope, schedule, and delivery of value.
• Coordinates Agile Ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Retrospectives, Sprint Demos, Story Refinement, and Release Planning.
• Tracks and communicates project's progress from a schedule, cost, and risk perspective to the project team, stakeholders, and management.
• Establishes an environment where the teams can be effective and helps removing obstacles.
• Protects the team from outside interruptions and distractions.
• Ensures a good relationship between the team and product owner as well as others outside the team.
• Tracks and reports team velocity and other project metrics.
• Promotes continuous improvement and helps teams to increase productivity.
• Helps Product Owner and team with Product backlog management.
• Ensures the teams are practicing core Agile principles.
• Adheres to VDOT and VITA project management practices as defined.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Solid understanding of software development life cycle models as well as expert knowledge of Agile project management principles and practices.
• Ability to work with customers, understand their business practices and manage their expectations.
• Ability to set clear performance standards and hold team members accountable, while keeping team engaged and on track.
• Ability to help Product Owners to create and prioritize Product Backlog.
• Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building.
• Strong analytical, organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze and document business and system processes.
• Ability to balance the competing demands for quality, scope, schedule, and cost.
• Well-versed with Scrum and Kanban Agile methodologies.
• PMP and CSM Certifications required.
• SAFe Certification preferred.
• Experience with SAFe framework is a plus.

Required/Desired Skills:

• Current Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI) - Required.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle models - Required - 10 Years.
• Solid understanding of Scrum / Kanban Agile Methodology and working experience in this area - Required - 5 Years.
• Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building - Required - 8 Years.
• CSM certification required. Please upload a copy of certification. - Required.
• Experience using SAFe Framework - Desired.
• Hands-on experience with MS Project - Required - 3 Years.