Agile Project Manager

Title : Agile Project Manager

Location : Houston, TX (Onsite)

Duration : 9 months

Job Description :

The Agile Project Manager will lead and facilitate projects using Agile methodologies, focusing on iterative development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. They ensure projects stay on track, manage scope, and maintain communication with stakeholders while adapting to changes.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Execution: Defining project scope, setting goals, and creating plans, roadmaps, and backlogs. Team Leadership and Facilitation: Guiding and motivating Agile teams, fostering collaboration, and removing impediments to progress. Stakeholder Management: Maintaining open communication with stakeholders, managing expectations, and ensuring alignment on project deliverables.
Risk Management:

Budget and Resource Management: Managing project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.

Performance Monitoring: Tracking project progress, analyzing metrics, and reporting on project status to stakeholders.

Agile Methodology Adherence: Ensuring the team follows Agile principles and practices, such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe.

Continuous Improvement: Facilitating retrospectives and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Skills and Traits:

Strong understanding of Agile methodologies: Knowledge of frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Ability to communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and clients.

Leadership and facilitation skills: Ability to lead, motivate, and guide teams towards project goals.

Problem-solving and decision-making abilities: Ability to identify and resolve project issues and make informed decisions.

Adaptability and flexibility: Ability to adjust to changing project requirements and adapt to new situations.

Time management and organizational skills: Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

Conflict resolution skills: Ability to mediate conflicts and facilitate productive discussions within the team