IT Project Manager

IT Project Manager

Location: Remote (U.S.) Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Pay Rate: Up to $68/hr on W2 Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong Agile/Scrum expertise to lead complex IT initiatives from inception through delivery. This individual will play a critical role in driving project execution, facilitating collaboration across teams, and ensuring successful delivery of high-quality business and technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of information systems projects across the full lifecycle
• Serve as a Scrum Master, driving sprint planning, execution, and team alignment
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource strategies
• Identify, mitigate, and manage risks, issues, and dependencies
• Facilitate collaboration between stakeholders, development teams, and cross-functional partners
• Write and maintain technical and user stories with clear acceptance criteria
• Ensure stories meet Definition of Ready (DoR) and Definition of Done (DoD)
• Lead and coordinate Change Management processes and CAB (Change Advisory Board) meetings
• Translate business requirements into structured user stories aligned with technical delivery
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and strategic IT planning
• Track and report on project status, performance metrics, and budgets
• Mentor team members and promote best practices in project management

Required Qualifications

• 6–8+ years of IT Project Management experience
• Strong experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies (Scrum Master experience required)
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Experience with risk management, stakeholder communication, and conflict resolution
• Ability to write and manage user stories and technical requirements
• Strong understanding of technical concepts (APIs, integrations, data flows, infrastructure)
• Experience with Microsoft Project Server
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification
• ITIL Certification
• Experience with Change Management frameworks and governance
• Financial and budgeting experience

Key Skills

• Agile & Scrum leadership
• Stakeholder engagement and communication
• Risk mitigation and problem-solving
• Technical requirements translation
• Strategic planning and execution
• Team leadership and collaboration

Ideal Candidate

• Strong leadership and communication skills across all levels of the organization
• Ability to work effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong decision-making ability
• Capable of influencing teams and driving alignment without direct authority