IT Project Manager & Scrum Master for Complex Projects

TALENT Software Services; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking an IT Project Manager/Scrum Master to lead IT projects from initiation to closure within the PP MO team in Lincoln, NE. The role emphasizes project management, business analysis, and stakeholder collaboration to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The candidate should have 5+ years of PM experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Agile methodologies and MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or technical degree in Computer Science/Software Development/Project Management (or equivalent) with 5+ years PM experience.
• Strong experience with Agile SDLC and SCRUM.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Ability to lead project teams and manage scope, timelines, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate project management activities from initiation to closure.
• Oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor progress.
• Prepare reports for the project portfolio and upper management regarding status.
• Lead and direct the work of others, reporting to the Lead IT Project Manager.
• Ensure deliverables fall within scope and budget; manage stakeholder expectations and risks.

Skills

Project management

Agile/Scrum

Stakeholder management

Vendor evaluation

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Development/PM

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking an IT Project Manager/Scrum Master to lead IT projects from initiation to closure within the PP MO team in Lincoln, NE. The role emphasizes project management, business analysis, and stakeholder collaboration to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The candidate should have 5+ years of PM experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Agile methodologies and MS Office tools.