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Title: Project Manager 3 / Scrum Master
Location: Richmond, VA (1401 E. Broad St.) Hybrid, Local Candidates Only
Duration: 8+ Month Contract
W2 Role
Interview: Phone + WebCam
Note: Candidates must provide Active PMP certification (PMI or VITA) and CSM certification copy at time of submission.
Onsite requirement: 2 3 days per week in Richmond, VA.
Responsibilities:
Drive project delivery through full lifecycle: planning, releases, resource allocation, risks, scope, schedule, and delivery.
Facilitate Agile ceremonies: Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Retrospectives, Sprint Demos, Story Refinement, Release Planning.
Track and communicate progress (schedule, cost, risks) with team, stakeholders, and leadership.
Remove obstacles, protect teams from distractions, and foster effective collaboration.
Support Product Owner in backlog management and prioritization.
Track team velocity and other Agile metrics, promoting continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with VDOT & VITA project management practices.
Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Required Skills & Certifications:
Active PMP (PMI or VITA)
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
10+ years experience with SDLC & Project Management
5+ years experience with Scrum/Kanban Agile methodologies
8+ years strong interpersonal skills (mentoring, coaching, collaboration, team building)
Proficiency with Microsoft Project
Desired Skills:
SAFe Certification (preferred)
Experience with SAFe Framework