Project Manager 3 Scrum Master

Ampcus Incorporated

Mechanicsville, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Backlog Prioritization, Best Practices, Budgeting, Business Analysis, Business Processes, Business Services, Business Solutions, Calendar Management, Certified ScrumMaster, Coaching, Communication Skills, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Delivery Management, Kanban, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Project Server, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Product Backlog, Product Demonstration, Product Management, Product Support, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Resource Management, Risk Management, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, ScrumMaster, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Sprint Planning, Standup Meetings, Team Lead/Manager
LOCATION
Mechanicsville, VA
POSTED
1 day ago

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

 

Job Title: Project Manager 3 Scrum Master

Location(s): Mechanicsville, VA
(Hybrid – Onsite up to 3 days/week)


Job Summary:
Seeking an experienced Project Manager/Scrum Master to lead Agile software development initiatives. The ideal candidate will manage project delivery throughout the full project lifecycle while facilitating Agile ceremonies, removing impediments, tracking project performance, and ensuring adherence to Agile best practices. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and project governance experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive project delivery throughout the complete project lifecycle.
  • Develop and maintain project plans, release plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
  • Manage project scope, risks, timelines, budgets, and delivery milestones.
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies including:
    • Sprint Planning
    • Daily Standups
    • Sprint Reviews/Demos
    • Retrospectives
    • Backlog Refinement
    • Release Planning
  • Remove team impediments and foster a productive Agile environment.
  • Shield development teams from unnecessary interruptions and external distractions.
  • Build strong relationships between Product Owners, development teams, stakeholders, and leadership.
  • Track team velocity and Agile performance metrics.
  • Monitor and communicate project status, risks, issues, and costs.
  • Support Product Owners with backlog creation, prioritization, and management.
  • Promote continuous process improvement and Agile maturity.
  • Ensure compliance with established project management standards, governance, and organizational methodologies.
  • Perform additional project management responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Expert knowledge of Agile project management principles and practices.
  • Hands-on experience serving as a Scrum Master on Agile software development projects.
  • Experience facilitating Scrum and Kanban methodologies.
  • Strong stakeholder management and customer communication skills.
  • Experience managing project scope, schedule, quality, cost, and risks.
  • Ability to analyze and document business and system processes.
  • Excellent leadership, coaching, mentoring, and team-building skills.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
  • Experience helping Product Owners manage and prioritize product backlogs.

Required Certifications:

  • PMP (Project Management Professional)
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • SAFe Certification.
  • Experience working within the SAFe Agile Framework.

Preferred Skills:

  • Agile Project Management
  • Scrum Master
  • Scrum
  • Kanban
  • SDLC
  • Release Planning
  • Sprint Planning
  • Product Backlog Management
  • Risk Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Team Velocity Metrics
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Resource Planning
  • Project Governance

Work Arrangement:

  • Local Richmond, VA candidates only.

Skills:

 SkillRequired / DesiredAmountof ExperienceExpertise RatingMove
Current Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI)Required   
 
Solid understanding of software development life cycle modelsRequired10Years  
Solid understanding of Scrum / Kanban Agile Methodology and working experience in this areaRequired5Years  
Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team buildingRequired8Years  
CSM certification required. Please upload a copy of certification here.Required    
Experience using SAFe FrameworkDesired    
Hands-on experience with MS Project or Project Server Subscription Edition (PSSE)Required3Years  

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.

About the Company

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Ampcus Incorporated

Ampcus Inc is a global technology and business consulting firm specializing in Digital Transforrmation, Big Data, Analytics, Cyber Security, Testing, IV&V, Infrastructure Management and Enterprise Solutions. Ampcus Inc is an SBA 8(a) certified Women and Minority Owned global Provider of broad range of consulting Services. From strategy to execution, our disciplined yet flexible approach starts and ends with our clients. By listening hard and working harder, their goals become our goals. We are an ISO 9000, ISO 20000, ISO 27000 and CMMi Level certified company.

Ampcus consultants have significant business, engineering and technology experience. Our consultants have over 20 years of business experience and an average of over 10 years of engineering and technology experience. This means that the project teams understand how systems work and how the technology impacts the business processes of organizations.

We believe that success of an engagement is determined by strong project management, clear communication and mutual commitment working collaboratively. Our methodology begins by listening to the customer needs, then working with their teams to gain a clear understanding of the requirements, while providing a knowledge transfer of best practices for the organization. As a recognized leader providing customized software services, management and engineering solutions to companies around the world, our ability to deliver is a "granted"​ that makes companies put their trust in us to answer their day-to-day business challenges and put them on a path for greater success. We are the choice for our clients because we look at our clients business from a growth perspective.

Industry: Information Technology and Services

Specialties: Digital Transformation, Big Data and Analytics, Infrastructure Management Services, Testing and IV&V, Cyber Security, Active Directory and E-mail Infrastructure, Project Management, Training, and ERP, CRM. EAI, BI

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
http://www.ampcus.com