Technical Project Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • Posted 18 hours ago | Updated 18 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - 1 Month(s)

Skills

Accountability
Agile
Agile Management
Amazon Web Services
Big Data
Business Analysis
Business Analytics

Job Details

We are looking for Technical Project Manager for our client in Richmond, VA
Job Title: Technical Project Manager
Job Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Contract
Job Description:
  • The Project Manager (PM) will be responsible for administrative, coaching, and leadership functions that enable Scrum development and delivery.
  • This role requires guiding Agile teams, facilitating ceremonies, coaching on Scrum maturity, and ensuring smooth product delivery.
  • The PM will act as a servant leader, remove impediments, foster collaboration, and drive Agile adoption across the team and organization.
Responsibilities:
  • Guide teams and organization on Agile/Scrum practices to maximize customer value.
  • Plan, coordinate, monitor, and support the implementation of multiple small to medium systems or products.
  • Coach teams on self-organization and fill gaps left intentionally in Agile frameworks.
  • Assess Scrum maturity of teams and guide them toward higher levels sustainably.
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
  • Shield the team from interruptions and proactively remove impediments affecting delivery.
  • Build a trusting, safe environment emphasizing problem-solving and accountability.
  • Facilitate discussions, decision-making, and conflict resolution.
  • Improve transparency and communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support and educate Product Owners on backlog grooming and prioritization.
  • Lead by example using a servant leadership approach.
Requirement/Must Have:
  • BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or related IT-focused discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 3 years experience implementing Agile methodologies.
  • Experience working on Data projects is mandatory.
  • Strong knowledge and experience with AWS Cloud and Big Data technologies.
  • Experience managing large Big Data projects (teams of 25 30 members).
  • Business analysis skills.
Should Have / Preferred:
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), or equivalent.
  • Experience with small-sized Agile implementations (1 5 teams).
  • Knowledge of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
  • Finance experience is an added advantage.
  • Ability to partner with Product Owners/business partners to co-create value and communicate across all stakeholder levels.
Skills:
  • Strong facilitation and coaching abilities.
  • Excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
  • Ability to foster a collaborative, high-performing Agile environment.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects.
Qualification And Education:
  • BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (mandatory).
  • 3+ years of experience in Agile project management.
  • Certification in Agile/Scrum (preferred).
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