Project Manager 1 Scrum Master – Contract Position

BranCore Technologies; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BranCore Technologies, LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support the Tolling (E-ZPASS) delivery team. The role combines Agile facilitation with hands-on delivery operations including documentation, reporting, and cross-team coordination.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of Scrum Master experience, strong communication skills, CSM certification, and comfort shifting between facilitation and operational support while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Scrum Master supporting Agile teams.
• Strong understanding of Agile values and frameworks.
• Ability to investigate issues before escalation.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or similar Agile work management systems.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies effectively and consistently.
• Maintain backlogs, work items, and dashboards in Azure DevOps or similar systems.
• Create and refine Azure DevOps cards and supporting documentation.
• Track and report delivery metrics including velocity, burndown, risks, blockers, and project status.
• Document action items, decisions, and status updates.
• Perform appropriate investigation before escalating issues.
• Collaborate regularly with the Development Manager for team alignment.
• Support process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities and proposing ideas.
• Ensure accuracy and transparency in reporting.
• Assist with dependency coordination across teams.

Skills

Scrum Master

Agile methodologies

Azure DevOps

Delivery metrics

Issue investigation

Communication skills

CSM Certification

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Contract Length: 7 months with the possibility of extending based on performance.
**Richmond, VA candidates are required.

The Scrum Master supports client's Tolling (E-ZPASS) delivery team by facilitating Agile ceremonies, maintaining team alignment, and ensuring clear visibility into work progress, risks, and priorities.

This role blends Agile facilitation with hands-on delivery operations including documentation, reporting, DevOps card creation, and cross-team coordination.

The Scrum Master collaborates regularly with the Development Manager to support execution, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is adaptable, coachable, proactive, and comfortable shifting between facilitation, investigation, and operational support.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies effectively and consistently.
• Maintain backlogs, work items, and dashboards in Azure DevOps or similar systems.
• Create and refine Azure DevOps cards and supporting documentation.
• Track and report delivery metrics including velocity, burndown, risks, blockers, and project status.
• Document action items, decisions, and status updates.
• Perform appropriate investigation before escalating issues.
• Collaborate regularly with the Development Manager for team alignment.
• Support process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities and proposing ideas.
• Ensure accuracy and transparency in reporting.
• Assist with dependency coordination across teams.

Required Skills

• 3–5 years of experience as a Scrum Master supporting Agile teams.
• Strong understanding of Agile values and frameworks.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or similar Agile work management systems.
• Experience tracking and reporting Agile delivery metrics.
• Ability to investigate issues before escalation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• CSM Certification.

Desired Skills

• PMP Certification preferred.
• Experience in large enterprise or government environments.
• Familiarity with Agile maturity efforts or transformations.

Deliverables & Success Metrics

• Well-facilitated Agile ceremonies.
• Accurate and timely reporting.
• High-quality DevOps card creation and backlog maintenance.
• Clear documentation and action tracking.
• Effective identification and mitigation of risks and blockers.
• Demonstrated contributions to process improvement

Required/Desired Skills

• Facilitating Scrum ceremonies. Required, 3 Years
• Agile frameworks, values, and team coaching. Required, 3 Years
• Azure DevOps or similar Agile work management system. Required, 3 Years
• Creating and managing work items/user stories/tasks. Required, 3 Years
• Project reporting, metrics, and dashboards. Required, 3 Years
• Documentation & administrative support. Required, 3 Years
• Process improvement & continuous improvement involvement. Required, 3 Years
• Root-cause investigation before escalation. Required, 3 Years
• Cross-team communication & collaboration. Required, 3 Years
• Experience supporting Agile delivery in technical environments. Required, 3 Years
• Ability to balance Agile facilitation with delivery operations. Required, 3 Years
• CSM Certification. Required
• PMP Certification. Desired