Senior Project Manager at Kforce Inc in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client in Chicago, IL that is seeking a Senior Project Manager.

Summary:
We are seeking an experienced SAFe Certified Senior Project/Program Manager to support and lead Agile projects and programs across our Digital Channels Portfolio. In this dynamic role, you will serve as both a Senior Project Manager and Release Train Engineer (RTE) as needed, ensuring seamless execution at the project and program levels. This position requires a blend of leadership, coaching, and hands-on facilitation, along with a solid understanding of eCommerce, .com, and mobile application projects. You will oversee multiple Scrum teams, aligning their efforts with key milestones and delivery timelines while fostering collaboration and stakeholder communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate PI Planning: Lead Program Increment (PI) planning sessions, ensuring alignment of priorities, goals, and dependencies across teams


• Stakeholder Communication: Build strong relationships and adapt communication styles to "read the room," addressing concerns, and providing clarity through direct, empathetic conversations


• Oversee project/program progress across multiple Scrum teams, stepping into RTE or Senior PM roles as needed


• Blend management of projects and programs depending on the needs of the Loyalty Portfolio


• Team Coaching and Alignment: Mentor Scrum Masters and coach Scrum teams to improve Agile practices and ensure alignment to target delivery dates


• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ensure seamless collaboration between Scrum teams, stakeholders, and leadership to maintain focus on the program's strategic goals


• Progress Tracking: Use Agile metrics to monitor team progress and provide transparent reporting on key milestones and deliverables

REQUIREMENTS:

• SAFe certification (e.g., SAFe Agilist, SAFe Scrum Master, or RTE Certification)


• Proven experience in project/program management with a focus on Agile frameworks (SAFe experience required)


• Strong understanding of eCommerce, .com, and mobile application projects


• Experience in managing multiple Scrum teams and complex Agile projects


• Expertise in facilitating Agile ceremonies, including PI planning and Scrum of Scrums


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively


• Experience with tools like JIRA, Rally, or equivalent Agile project management platforms

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP or other project management certifications


• Experience in overseeing Scrum Masters and coaching teams to align with target dates


• Familiarity with loyalty programs or portfolio management


• Experience working with distributed or remote teams

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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