Agile Project Manager

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an Agile Project Manager to support the GrantSolutions contract in Washington, DC. You will lead planning, coordination, and delivery across 2+ Scrum teams, interfacing with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Technical Leads to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes.

You will manage the full SDLC, drive schedule, scope, and resources, and produce weekly and monthly status reports for executives and Federal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Eight+ years of experience supporting Agile software development programs.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Deep understanding of the SDLC from planning to post-production support.
• Experience leading multiple Scrum teams and coordinating PMO activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of a large-scale Agile program.
• Oversee multiple workstreams across the full development lifecycle.
• Manage project financials including cost projections and ETC/EAC.
• Prepare weekly/monthly status reports for executives and federal stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to Agile practices and governance.
• Foster cross-team collaboration with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Tech Leads.

Skills

Agile project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication

Budgeting & scheduling

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Family:IT Project ManagementTravel Required:NoneClearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:We are actively seeking a high-performing Agile Project Manager to support our GrantSolutions contract. This role will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of a large-scale agile software development program, overseeing multiple workstreams across the full system development lifecycle, including UX/UI design and deployment activities (e.g., UAT, training, and rollout).The Agile Project Manager will drive schedule, scope, and resource management in an iterative environment, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budget. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for all project activities, providing leadership across 2+ Scrum teams and collaborating closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Technical Leads to ensure delivery success.Lead day-to-day management and coordination of a large-scale agile software program.Oversee multiple workstreams across the full application development lifecycle.Manage project financials, including monthly cost projections, EAC (Estimate at Completion), and ETC (Estimate to Complete).Establish and monitor project schedules, milestones, risks, and dependencies to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly status reports for executive leadership and Federal stakeholders.Maintain project artifacts, including risk registers, documentation, and stakeholder communications.Ensure adherence to organizational standards, agile best practices, and governance requirements.Foster strong working relationships across teams, partners, and stakeholders to support program success.What You Will Need:Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD \"PUBLIC TRUST\"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferredBachelor’s degree required.Minimum of EIGHT (8) years of experience supporting Agile software development programs.Proven experience managing large-scale IT projects or complex technology initiatives.Deep understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), from planning and design through implementation and post-production support.Demonstrated leadership style grounded in coaching, mentorship, and team empowerment.Strong knowledge of Agile and other delivery methodologies, with a clear understanding of change management practices.Experience applying core project management disciplines, including prioritization, team formation, and stakeholder alignment across multiple workstreams.Ability to proactively identify and remove impediments in highly regulated, multi-stakeholder environments.Strong leadership presence with a team-first mindset and solution-oriented approach.Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset - seeks to understand before optimizing processes, relationships, and outcomes.Ability to balance urgency with long-term sustainability and program health.Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels in both written and verbal formats.Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to align delivery with strategic objectives, technology roadmaps, and emerging industry trends.Experience with business process and workflow automation initiatives.Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to operate effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments with minimal supervision.Proficiency with Microsoft Project (or similar project management tools).What Would Be Nice To Have:Proven experience managing projects within large, complex organizations.Experience managing federal or government IT programs.Experience leading projects with a strong focus on user experience (UX).PMP and/or Agile certification preferred.The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanGroup Term Life and Travel AssistanceVoluntary Life and AD&D InsuranceHealth Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsTransit and Parking Commuter BenefitsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning OpportunitiesEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachCare.com annual membershipEmployee Assistance ProgramSupplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. 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