Project Manager Scrum Master
hace 12 días
Jersey City
Job Description Key Responsibilities: • Agile Leadership & Scrum Master Responsibilities:, • Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives) for Agile teams., • Coach and mentor development teams on Agile practices, ensuring the adoption and continuous improvement of Agile methodologies., • Act as a servant leader to remove obstacles and resolve issues that impede the team’s progress., • Support Product Owners in managing product backlogs and ensuring that work items are clearly defined, prioritized, and understood., • Collaborate with leadership to ensure alignment of Agile projects with business goals and objectives., • Track and report on team performance, progress, and velocity metrics to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products., • Project Management & Program Oversight:, • Manage and oversee multiple Agile projects from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery within scope, timeline, and budget., • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring optimal team productivity and efficiency., • Support the creation of a Program Management Office (PMO) to standardize and optimize project management processes across the organization., • Define and implement best practices for project governance, risk management, and stakeholder communication., • Collaborate with senior management to ensure projects are aligned with organizational strategy and business priorities., • Stakeholder Management & Communication:, • Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, including business leaders, team members, and external partners., • Ensure effective communication and collaboration between cross-functional teams, fostering a transparent and open work environment., • Report on project and program status, risks, issues, and achievements to IT Project Manager and to executive leadership and key stakeholders when applicable., • Conduct regular project reviews to ensure alignment with business objectives and adjust project scope as necessary., • Continuous Improvement & Best Practice Implementation:, • Drive a culture of continuous improvement within teams and across the organization by identifying areas for process improvement and implementing solutions., • Champion the use of Agile tools and techniques to improve workflow, increase efficiency, and enhance team performance., • Establish and maintain a robust feedback loop with all teams to gather insights and optimize workflows., • PMO Establishment & Governance:, • Support the design and implementation of the PMO, establishing frameworks, processes, and guidelines for efficient project delivery., • Create standardized templates, workflows, and reporting structures to ensure consistent project execution., • Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess project health and program success., • Align PMO goals with organizational objectives, ensuring that projects support the overall strategic direction of the business. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)., • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification (e.g., PMI-ACP, SAFe, etc.)., • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Scrum Master and/or Project Manager roles with a focus on Agile methodologies., • Proven experience working within a Program Management Office (PMO) in a fast-paced environment., • Strong understanding of Agile frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean., • Excellent leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills with the ability to inspire teams to perform at their best., • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills., • Strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous improvement., • Master’s degree in Business Administration or a related field., • Experience with large-scale Agile transformations and implementing Agile at an enterprise level., • Knowledge of other project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, PRINCE2) is a plus., • Experience with organizational change management initiatives.