Project Manager

Job Description

Overview:
BRMi is seeking a Project Manager to provide full Agile project management support by being knowledgeable in Agile methodologies and Scrum processes. This includes working with a team of Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Agile Coaches. Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget and in accordance with quality standards. Provide project leadership to ensure overall success and delivery of expected outcomes in support of our customer’s strategic goals. Work is performed under minimal supervision.
**Can be 100% remote in TX, NJ, NC, WV, AL, VA, MD, MO, DC, GA, or FL**
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Responsibilities:
Apply and adhere to Agile project management best practices by following the policies, procedures and methodologies established within the Scaled Agile Framework
Ensure effective management of projects from inception through implementation
Advanced knowledge in managing efforts that deliver technical solutions.
Demonstrate ability to navigate procurement actions and contract reviews
Strategic partner with Program Manager to execute roadmaps
Establish and maintain program metrics
Communication with executive level leadership on program status, metrics, risks, and roadmaps
Ability to serve as a Project Manager and Scrum Master. This will be a hybrid role.
Collaborate and negotiate with business partners and vendors to understand requirement needs and resolve any gaps or risks/issues including management of invoices
Prepare and deliver status reports regarding project objectives, deliverables, dependencies, risks and issues to management and stakeholders
Oversee project progress to ensure project documentation and schedules are following previously agreed requirements and standards
Maintain and archive all project related documentation
Identify, communicate, and resolve technical, tactical, and operational project issues and risks
Exhibit intellectual agility and interpersonal flexibility to reassess, reflect and shift thinking as projects or strategic direction changes
May be required to support agile team by writing backlog requirements and facilitating Scrum ceremonies
Communicate project plan, changes, direction, approach, and priorities based on changing business requirements, circumstances, added information and/or budget considerations to stakeholders
Monitor and measure staff assignments results against project goals and task responsibilities
Build and maintain relationships with team members, management, key stakeholders and/or external contacts (vendors, etc.)
Full life-cycle project management
Establish and lead project teams
Develop project plan/scope/schedule/cost/communications
Procure and/or manage resources/timelines/deadlines/quality
Ensure that vendor meets or exceeds their contractual obligations by delivering quality products/services on time and within cost structure
Manage all fiscal management aspects of vendor delivery and provide feedback on vendor performance
Ensure successful project implementation
Manage project-level risks, issues, dependencies, and change management
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Associates degree in Information Technology, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Experience in Agile project leadership and execution, including initiatives with technology, processes, cross-functional teams, and external partners.
Experience leading remote teams.
Experience and certification as a Scrum Master.
Working knowledge of Agile framework methodologies, SAFe, and Scrum ceremonies
Effective skill in project management to include establishing and leading project teams, managing timelines/deadlines/resources, ensuring successful project implementation.
SAFe certification/Scrum Master
Working knowledge of project lifecycles and development methodologies, including agile project management principles and practices
Experience in leading agile development teams and facilitating team meetings in agile environment. This includes…
Daily Standups
* Backlog Refinements
Sprint Planning
Sprint Review
Sprint Retrospectives
Experience in IT resource allocation and management
Experience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or team environment to achieve goals
Experience in collaborating across organizational boundaries and building partnerships across various functions
Effective presentation skills with essential executive presence
Experience in leading, guiding and coaching professional staff.
Experience in vendor engagement related to project delivery
Effective skill building effective relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy, and tact
Effective skill using innovative thinking to solve problems and facilitate the decision-making process
Effective organizational, planning and time management skills as well as skill communicating with all levels within an organization.
Effective research, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Effective skill resolving conflicting requests and meeting changing requirements.
Experience using Azure DevOps.
Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Desired Skills:
Working knowledge of video conferencing on WebEx
Project Management Professional Certificate
Working knowledge of video conferencing on WebEx
Bachelor’s degree in Technology, or related field
Knowledge of Cloud Security based applications
Benefits:
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Immediate Vesting eligibility on the first of the month following start date
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that includes Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, and 11 Paid Holidays
• Educational Assistance
Salary: $100-120K
** BRMi will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.**
**This is a W2 opportunity only**
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and commitment at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.