Agile - Project Manager ( W2 Contract Role)

Summary: The Agile Project Manager will lead cross-functional Agile teams to deliver high-quality products while managing project timelines, risks, and budgets. This role involves facilitating Agile ceremonies and collaborating with Product Owners to ensure effective backlog management. The position requires the ability to work onsite in NJ, NY, or PA, with flexibility for hybrid or remote schedules based on client needs. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional Agile teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within scope
• Manage project timelines, risks, and budgets while aligning with Agile principles
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies (daily standups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives)
• Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure backlog is refined and prioritized
• Remove impediments and resolve team conflicts to ensure smooth sprint execution
• Track and communicate key Agile metrics (velocity, burn-down charts, team capacity) to stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement through retrospectives and actionable follow-up.

Key Skills:

• Experience leading Agile teams and managing projects
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and principles
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills
• Ability to manage project timelines, risks, and budgets
• Proficient in tracking Agile metrics and reporting
• Problem-solving skills to remove impediments and resolve conflicts
• Flexibility to adapt to hybrid or remote work schedules

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other