Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Project planning and execution
• Oversee all aspects of IT projects, including scope, schedule, costs, quality, resources, and stakeholder communication.
• Transform high-level goals and requirements into actionable tasks and deliverables.
• Create and maintain detailed work breakdown structures (WBS) and release plans.
• Utilize critical path and rolling wave planning techniques to optimize task sequencing and timing.
• Agile methodologies and development process
• Implement and facilitate Agile methodologies like Scrum, Kanban, and XP.
• Organize Agile ceremonies and continuously monitor adherence to Agile principles.
• Act as the Scrum/Kanban Master for the development team, removing any impediments to progress.
• Team management and resource allocation
• Manage human resources effectively, including onboarding, offboarding, and resource allocation.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and facilitate team members' professional growth through Personal Development Plans (PDPs).
• Resolve team conflicts and minor issues to maintain a healthy, collaborative work environment.
• Monitoring and reporting
• Continuously track key performance indicators, including team velocity and other productivity metrics.
• Adapt planning based on team feedback and performance metrics.
• Regularly communicate updates to stakeholders and manage their expectations.
• Quality assurance and compliance
• Enforce quality management plans and conduct regular quality assurance reviews.
• Ensure all aspects of the project adhere to compliance standards and company protocols.
• Maintain up-to-date project documentation accessible to relevant stakeholders.
• Risk and financial management
• Identify, analyze, and manage project risks through a comprehensive risk management plan.
• Control and review the project budget, implementing cost management plans as necessary.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports to stakeholders.
• Tools and workflows
• Leverage Jira for task execution, workflow customization, and enhanced project tracking.
• Coordinate high-quality maintenance efforts, ensuring project deliverables meet the company’s quality standards.

Requirements

• Agile and development methodologies
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Project Manager in an IT outsourcing or software product company.
• At least one year of experience in coaching and managing teams using Agile methodologies like Scrum, Kanban, and XP.
• In-depth understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Planning and estimation
• Proficient in project planning, scheduling, and scope management.
• Experience with Agile estimation techniques, specifically story points.
• Ability to create and interpret Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and release plans.
• Tools and technical skills
• Proficiency in using Jira for project and team management.
• Ability to understand software requirements specifications, including epics, user stories, and Gherkin scenarios.
• Technical acumen sufficient to oversee the execution of team member's work duties.
• Performance monitoring and metrics
• Solid understanding of key performance metrics like team velocity.
• Experience in adapting plans based on performance metrics and team feedback.
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Advanced skills in communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Upper-Intermediate level of English or higher.
• Financial and risk management
• Experience in project budgeting and cost management.
• Knowledge of project risk and opportunity management strategies.
• Quality and compliance
• Understanding of project quality management and maintenance protocols.
• Familiarity with compliance and reporting standards.
• Leadership and soft skills
• Demonstrated leadership and general management skills.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and maintain a healthy team environment.
• Capacity to take quick decisions and assume responsibility for project outcomes.

We propose

• Opportunity for impact.
• Competitive compensation.
• Career growth.
• Skill enhancement.
• Flexible business hours.
• Work-life balance.
• Inclusive culture.

Why you?

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