Agile Project Manager

Guidehouse Inc.
Washington, DC, United States
16 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$113,000.0 - $188,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Agile Methodology Microsoft Project Scrum Methodology Systems Development Life Cycle Software Engineering Information Technology

Job description

We are actively seeking a high-performing Agile Project Manager to support our GrantSolutions contract. This role will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of a large-scale agile software development program, overseeing multiple workstreams across the full system development lifecycle, including UX/UI design and deployment activities (e.g., UAT, training, and rollout)., The Agile Project Manager will drive schedule, scope, and resource management in an iterative environment, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budget. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for all project activities, providing leadership across 2+ Scrum teams and collaborating closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Technical Leads to ensure delivery success.

  • Lead day-to-day management and coordination of a large-scale agile software program.
  • Oversee multiple workstreams across the full application development lifecycle.
  • Manage project financials, including monthly cost projections, EAC (Estimate at Completion), and ETC (Estimate to Complete).
  • Establish and monitor project schedules, milestones, risks, and dependencies to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
  • Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly status reports for executive leadership and Federal stakeholders.
  • Maintain project artifacts, including risk registers, documentation, and stakeholder communications.
  • Ensure adherence to organizational standards, agile best practices, and governance requirements.
  • Foster strong working relationships across teams, partners, and stakeholders to support program success.

Requirements

  • Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD “PUBLIC TRUST”; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Minimum of EIGHT (8) years of experience supporting Agile software development programs.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale IT projects or complex technology initiatives.
  • Deep understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), from planning and design through implementation and post-production support.
  • Demonstrated leadership style grounded in coaching, mentorship, and team empowerment.
  • Strong knowledge of Agile and other delivery methodologies, with a clear understanding of change management practices.
  • Experience applying core project management disciplines, including prioritization, team formation, and stakeholder alignment across multiple workstreams.
  • Ability to proactively identify and remove impediments in highly regulated, multi-stakeholder environments.
  • Strong leadership presence with a team-first mindset and solution-oriented approach.
  • Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset - seeks to understand before optimizing processes, relationships, and outcomes.
  • Ability to balance urgency with long-term sustainability and program health.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels in both written and verbal formats.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to align delivery with strategic objectives, technology roadmaps, and emerging industry trends.
  • Experience with business process and workflow automation initiatives.
  • Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to operate effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments with minimal supervision.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Project (or similar project management tools).

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Proven experience managing projects within large, complex organizations.
  • Experience managing federal or government IT programs.
  • Experience leading projects with a strong focus on user experience (UX).
  • PMP and/or Agile certification preferred.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • AD&D insurance
  • Parental leave
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance, The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Care.com annual membership
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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