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# IT Project Manager III / Delivery Lead

- **Company:** BCforward
- **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $129,147.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), JIRA, Microsoft Office, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Atlassian Tools
- **Published:** September 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/946305e0-ff34-41ce-819d-a772f649c3de

## About the Role

* Proven experience in project management and Agile frameworks.
 * Primary skill: Agile tools, especially Jira.
 * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
 * Solid understanding of financial principles and budget management.
 * Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive project success.
 * Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.
 * Ability to identify and mitigate project risks.
 * Proficiency in reporting and presenting project status to leadership.
 * Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Excel and data analysis skills.
 * Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-management skills.
 * Knowledge of project and software development methodologies and techniques. Solid presentation, facilitation, interview, and workshop skills.
 * Experience managing people and delivering functionality across multiple projects.
 * Understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies and working experience with Jira.
 * Knowledge of AI tools such as Copilot.

Preferred Skills:

 * Certification in Agile (e.g., Scrum Master, PMI-ACP) or Project Management (e.g., PMP).
 * Ability to develop partnerships and collaborate with cross-functional areas.
 * Experience communicating and presenting complex information to multiple levels of the organization.

Work Setup & Hiring Process

 * Hybrid schedule with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week in Charlotte, NC.

## Description

We are seeking a Delivery Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Agile project delivery, Jira, and financial/budget management and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver scope on time and within budget while aligning with stakeholder objectives., * Plan, execute, and close projects using Agile methodologies while managing scope, schedule, and budget.

 * Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve project goals and remove impediments.
 * Maintain Jira boards, backlogs, and reporting to track progress and dependencies.
 * Manage project finances, including forecasting, tracking, and variance analysis.
 * Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues with clear action plans.
 * Provide concise status reporting and presentations to leadership and stakeholders.
 * Facilitate ceremonies, workshops, and decision forums to drive alignment and outcomes.


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