Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver medium to large-scale work packages within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing projects using Agile methodologies, ensuring timely delivery, and driving collaboration across cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities

- Plan, execute, and deliver projects using Agile principles.

- Manage medium to large work packages from initiation to completion.

- Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope, priorities, and deliverables.

- Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

- Ensure alignment with organizational goals and maintain transparency through reporting.

- Develop and maintain project documentation, including roadmaps, timelines, and status reports.

- Coordinate with product owners and technical teams to ensure backlog refinement and prioritization.

- Manage dependencies across multiple teams and projects.

- Drive continuous improvement by analyzing metrics and implementing best practices.

- Ensure compliance with organizational standards and governance frameworks.

- Mentor and coach team members on Agile principles and practices.

- Manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate effective communication across all levels.

Qualifications & Experience

- 3–5 years of experience in Agile project management.

- PMP Certification is mandatory.

- Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).

- Proven ability to manage medium to large-scale projects successfully.

- Experience working with distributed or cross-functional teams.

- Proficiency in Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, Trello, or similar platforms.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

- Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation effectively.

- Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevOps practices is a plus.

- Certification in Agile (e.g., CSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist) highly desirable.

- Bachelors degree in Project Management, Business Administration, IT, or related field;

- Masters degree is an advantage.

- Deep understanding of Agile principles, frameworks, and best practices.

- Knowledge of project governance, risk management, and compliance standards.

- Familiarity with business process improvement and change management methodologies.

- Understanding of resource planning, capacity management, and financial tracking.

- Awareness of emerging trends in Agile, digital transformation, and project delivery

Originally posted on Himalayas