Project Manager for Scrum Team

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Project Management, Computer Engineering, IT, or Business

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certification preferred

• Experience leading IT projects using Agile methodologies

• Strong understanding of Scrum framework principles

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving results and delivering value to stakeholders.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.

• Experience with project management tools and software, such as Jira, Trello, or Microsoft Project.

• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.

• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, staying current on industry trends and best practices in Agile project management.

Responsibilities:

Job Summary:

The Project Manager for our Scrum team plays a critical role in guiding the development and delivery of complex projects in a fast-paced, Agile environment. This individual is responsible for ensuring that the Scrum framework is properly implemented and followed, promoting an environment conducive to teamwork and continuous improvement. The Project Manager will collaborate closely with the Product Owner to define project objectives, scope, and timelines, and will work with the Scrum Master to facilitate daily scrums, sprint planning meetings, and sprint reviews. This role involves balancing the needs of stakeholders with the capabilities of the team, managing project schedules, risks, and resources, and maintaining open and effective communication across all levels of the organization. The candidate should have a strong background in project management within Agile environments, possess excellent leadership and communication skills, and have a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership and Management

Lead and oversee projects from initiation to completion.

Ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives, create a roadmap, and establish priorities.

Develop project charters, timelines, and status reports.

Monitor project progress and performance metrics.

• Support the Scrum Team in executing sprints:

Utilizing Agile metrics and tools to track team velocity, project status, and deliverables.

Assist with Daily Scrum facilitation, ensuring focus and clear communication.

Track progress and update task or backlog throughout the sprint according project planning.

Participate in Sprint Planning and Retrospectives, offering data-driven insights.

Help maintain and prioritize the product backlog under guidance.

• Contribute to project administration and reporting:

Develop and maintain project documentation.

Prepare basic reports and presentations on project status and metrics.

Assist with stakeholder communication, keeping them informed of progress.

• Additional responsibilities:

Assist with project risk management and issue resolution.

Ensure clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

Handle basic administrative tasks and manage project resources.

Collaborate with other teams and departments as needed.