Associate Project Manager - R01567432

Job description

Associate Project Manager Job requirements Experience Range: With at least 5 to 8 years of experience managing projects in digital or technology-driven environments Key Responsibilities: • Lead project planning, execution, and delivery across multiple digital initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines • Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives, to drive team productivity and continuous improvement • Collaborate with stakeholders to create detailed requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria, ensuring clarity and completeness • Monitor and report on Agile metrics such as velocity, burn-down charts, and delivery timelines, providing actionable insights to project teams and leadership • Manage estimation processes, resource allocation, and project schedules to optimize delivery efficiency and meet business objectives • Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies through proactive communication and problem-solving • Ensure effective communication across cross-functional teams, facilitating transparency and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle • Drive the adoption of Agile best practices and digital acumen within project teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement Required Skills: • Advanced proficiency in Agile methodologies and frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) • Expertise in Agile metrics tracking and reporting tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps • Experience in backlog grooming and refinement • Ability to create detailed requirements and user stories • Project delivery management within digital environments • Competence in estimation techniques and metrics analysis Preferred Skills: • Experience implementing Agile at scale (e.g., SAFe, LeSS) • Proficiency in advanced project management tools and dashboards • Knowledge of digital transformation and emerging technologies • Familiarity with risk management frameworks in Agile projects • Ability to optimize team performance through coaching and mentoring • Strong communication management skills in project settings Desired Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) • Additional Agile or project management certifications such as PMI-ACP or SAFe Agilist are advantageous