Scrum Master / Project-Portfolio Manager

Job Title: Scrum Master / Project-Portfolio Manager
Position Type: Contract / Full-time
bout the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Scrum Master / Project-Portfolio Manager to oversee a large portfolio of projects, manage budgets, and produce executive-level reporting. This role requires proficiency in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, with a strong preference for candidates with an infrastructure background. Due to the current cost-focused environment, we are seeking candidates who are competitively priced and immediately available.
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee a large portfolio of projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Serve as Scrum Master for Agile teams, facilitating Agile ceremonies and promoting Agile best practices.
• Lead traditional project management activities for teams working in Waterfall methodology.
• Develop executive-level reporting and dashboards, providing insights on project progress, budget, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and technical resources to ensure alignment on goals and project milestones.
• Use tools like JIRA, Confluence, and MS-Project to track project status, risks, and issues.
• Build and maintain portfolio dashboards and reports in Tableau for executive visibility.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring transparency and alignment on project status and priorities.

Required Skills and Experience:

1. IT Experience: Minimum of 7 years in IT, with at least 3 years as a Scrum Master.
2. Technical Project Delivery: t least 3 years of experience delivering complex technical projects.
3. Project Management: Solid experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
4. Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of technical platforms and systems, with expertise in:
   • JIRA
   • Confluence
   • Visio
   • dvanced MS Excel
   • MS-Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint)
   • SharePoint
   • MS-Project
5. Reporting Skills: bility to build and manage executive-level dashboards and reports, especially in Tableau.
6. Interpersonal Skills: Strong verbal and written communication, leadership, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
7. Frameworks: Experience working within Kanban frameworks.
8. Portfolio Management: Experience managing a portfolio of projects with an understanding of cost and resource optimization.

Certifications:

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Preferred Skills:

• Infrastructure project experience.