Position: safe agile project manager - manager
job summary:
as a safe agile project manager, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects according to agile methodologies, specifically within the safe (scaled agile framework).
you will coordinate with cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and ensure that business goals are met while promoting agile principles and ensuring adherence to safe practices.
you will play a critical role in driving agile transformation and scaling agile across multiple teams in the organization.
key responsibilities:
- project planning & execution: lead end-to-end project management efforts, including planning, scoping, budgeting, and timeline management for agile projects.
- safe implementation: facilitate the adoption and implementation of the safe framework within the organization, helping teams scale their agile processes across the enterprise.
- sprint planning & execution: collaborate with product owners and scrum masters to plan and execute sprint cycles, ensuring alignment with business priorities and goals.
- cross-functional collaboration: coordinate with development teams, qa, devops, and business stakeholders to ensure effective communication and alignment on project deliverables.
- risk management: identify potential risks or issues in project execution and implement mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
- team empowerment: mentor, coach, and guide scrum teams and stakeholders in agile best practices and safe principles, ensuring continuous improvement.
- reporting & metrics: monitor project performance using appropriate kpis (e.g., burn-down charts, velocity, cycle time) and provide regular status updates to stakeholders and executives.
- agile ceremonies: facilitate key safe ceremonies such as pi (program increment) planning, scrum of scrums, daily stand-ups, sprint retrospectives, and iteration reviews.
- continuous improvement: drive agile maturity within the teams by fostering a culture of continuous improvement through retrospectives and process enhancements.
- stakeholder management: manage relationships with key stakeholders to ensure the alignment of project goals with organizational objectives.
- change management: support the agile transformation and cultural shift towards agile methodologies and a mindset of collaboration, flexibility, and value-driven delivery.
qualifications:
- education: bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, business administration, or a related field.
a master's degree is a plus.
- certifications:
- safe agilist (sa), safe program consultant (spc), or other relevant safe certifications.
- pmp, csm, or other agile-related certifications are a plus.
- experience:
- minimum of 10+ years of experience managing projects using agile methodologies, with at least 5 years in a safe environment.
- proven experience with end-to-end project delivery, managing multiple teams, and working on large-scale agile transformations.
- familiarity with agile tools such as jira, azure devops, or rally.
- skills:
- strong leadership and communication skills.
- ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- excellent problem-solving skills and a strong sense of ownership.
- ability to work collaboratively with distributed teams.
key competencies:
- strong knowledge of the safe framework and agile methodologies.
- proven ability to manage projects at scale and navigate complex organizational structures.
- strong stakeholder management and conflict resolution skills.
- experience with facilitating agile ceremonies and workshops.
- ability to build high-performing teams and foster an agile culture.