[Remote] Agile Project Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Guidehouse is a company that specializes in IT Project Management, and they are seeking a high-performing Agile Project Manager to support their GrantSolutions contract. This role involves leading the planning, coordination, and execution of a large-scale agile software development program, overseeing multiple workstreams across the full system development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

• 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)
• 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

• 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

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