About the Role
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of projects within a dynamic tech environment. Your primary focus will be on steering software development initiatives using established project management and Scrum methodologies to ensure timely and quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
– Drive project planning sessions to outline scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.
– Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project priorities and enhance communication throughout the project lifecycle.
– Utilize Agile methodologies to maintain flexibility and adapt project goals based on stakeholder feedback and evolving requirements.
– Leverage project management tools to track progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies effectively.
– Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with project goals.
– Facilitate sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews to promote continuous improvement within the team.
– Manage the scheduling of team resources to support project timelines while balancing workloads across initiatives.
– Assist in the continuous evaluation of project management processes to incorporate best practices and improve efficiency.

Requirements
– Proven experience in project management within a fast-paced tech environment or software development agency.
– Strong background in Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, with demonstrable experience executing projects using these frameworks.
– Proficiency with project management, bug tracking, and time tracking software such as Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, BugHerd, and MS Suite.
– Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently.
– Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on collaborative problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications
– Experience with Maconomy or similar financial management tools is a plus.
– Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification is advantageous.
– Familiarity with software development processes and terminology to facilitate better team collaboration.
– Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a remote or hybrid work setting.

We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to provide an inclusive environment for all employees, in accordance with the Employment Equity Act. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.