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Project Manager/ Scrum Master

Crescens Inc.

Mechanicsville, VA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Backlog Prioritization, Business Analysis, Business Practices, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Interpersonal Skills, Kanban, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Project Server, Organizational Skills, Product Backlog, Product Demonstration, Productivity Management, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Resource Management, Risk, Risk Management, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, ScrumMaster, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospective, Standup Meetings, Team Building
LOCATION
Mechanicsville, VA
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Title: Project Manager/ Scrum Master
Location: Mechanicsville, VA
Duration: 12+months
Type: Contract

**local Richmond, VA candidates required due to onsite requirement **Candidate should be able to work onsite up to 3 days/week

Job Description:
  • 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.
  • Adheres to client and client project management practices as defined.
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Solid understanding of software development life cycle models as well as expert knowledge of Agile project management principles and practices.
  • Ability to work with customers, understand their business practices and manage their expectations. Ability to set clear performance standards and hold team members accountable, while keeping team engaged and on track.
  • Ability to help Product Owners to create and prioritize Product Backlog.
  • Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building.
  • Strong analytical, organizational and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to analyze and document business and system processes.
  • Ability to balance the competing demands for quality, scope, schedule, and cost.
  • Well-versed with Scrum and Kanban Agile methodologies.
  • PMP and CSM Certifications required.
  • SAFe Certification preferred.
  • Experience with SAFe framework is a plus.
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
  • Hands-on experience with MS Project or Project Server Subscription Edition (PSSE)

About the Company

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Crescens Inc.

Crescens Inc. is an industry leader in providing IT staffing services and tailored workforce solutions to meet the demanding expectations and distinctive needs of clients across the United States and Canada.  We have grown tremendously in the past years and have been applauded by our clients for the quality of workforce and the quick turnaround time. We have evolved from good service to great service and all management plans are geared towards quality. 

Our vision is to be the best in Talent Acquisition and strive for excellence consistently by focusing on four performance dimensions; Quality, Efficiency, Cost and Risk.  A satisfied client and candidate are the backbone to our continued success. Headquartered in New Jersey, we are a team with unique expertise to deliver exceptional results to our clients by setting benchmarks and establishing best practices. 

COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
http://crescensinc.com/

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