Senior Agile Project Manager

Lead large-scale, high-impact projects using Agile methodologies. Manage cross-agency collaboration and enterprise systems within a government or enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time delivery and risk mitigation.
• Lead Agile teams through full project lifecycles, prioritizing Agile practices over Waterfall.
• Coordinate cross-agency collaboration and manage application migration projects for government agencies.
• Utilize M365 and Agile tracking tools (Microsoft Planner Premium, JIRA) for project visibility and execution.
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships while adhering to state government procurement and fiscal policies.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience managing large-scale projects of moderate complexity and risk.
• Proficiency in Agile project management tools: Microsoft Planner (Premium), JIRA, or similar.
• Strong understanding of enterprise systems and cross-agency collaboration dynamics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Agile certifications such as PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist, or Disciplined Agile Scrum Master.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, information systems, or a related field.

Preferred Skills

• 10+ years of project management experience, preferably in government or enterprise environments.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Information Technology.
• Experience leading complex IT projects and working with South Carolina state agencies.