Project Manager Scrum Master

Job Description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. 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.
• Proficiency with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Microsoft Project, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.