PMP, CSM Certified Project Manager in Richmond, VA (Hybrid)

One of our premier clients is looking for a PMP, CSM Certified Project Manager in Richmond, VA (Hybrid) for a contract position. If interested, please submit your resume ASAP indicating (1) current location (2) desired hourly rate, W2 or 1099? (3) Your email address.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Drives consistent project delivery through the entire project lifecycle, including: project plans, release plans, resource allocation, and management of project risks, scope, schedule, and delivery of value.
Coordinates Agile Ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Retrospectives, Sprint Demos, Story Refinement, and Release Planning.
Tracks and communicates project's progress from a schedule, cost, and risk perspective to the project team, stakeholders, and management.
Establishes an environment where the teams can be effective and helps removing obstacles.
Protects the team from outside interruptions and distractions.
Ensures a good relationship between the team and product owner as well as others outside the team.
Tracks and reports team velocity and other project metrics.
Promotes continuous improvement and helps teams to increase productivity.
Helps Product Owner and team with Product backlog management.
Ensures the teams are practicing core Agile principles.
Additional responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
Current Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI)
Solid understanding of software development life cycle models
Solid understanding of Scrum / Kanban Agile Methodology and working experience in this area
Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building
CSM certification required. Please upload a copy of certification here.
Experience using SAFe Framework
Experience using Microsoft Project