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Project Manager / Scrum Master - Level 3

Argyll Infotech IncIL🇺🇸United StatesPosted 8 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Project Manager / Scrum Master Level 3
Location: Oak Brook, IL 60523
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Target Start Date: June 15, 2026
Interview Process: Face-to-face interview required
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Scrum Master to lead Agile project delivery and drive successful execution of strategic initiatives. This role combines strong project management expertise with hands-on Scrum leadership to facilitate collaboration, improve team performance, and ensure the timely delivery of business value.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing cross-functional teams, facilitating Agile ceremonies, mitigating risks, and partnering closely with Product Owners and stakeholders to align priorities and project goals.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead Agile teams by facilitating Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Champion Agile principles and best practices while coaching teams to improve collaboration, transparency, and continuous delivery.
  • Manage end-to-end project execution, including planning, scheduling, resource coordination, progress tracking, and reporting.
  • Work closely with Product Owners to prioritize backlogs and align business objectives with development efforts.
  • Identify, track, and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and blockers to ensure successful delivery.
  • Remove impediments that impact team productivity and facilitate efficient workflow.
  • Communicate project status, milestones, risks, and key updates to clients, stakeholders, and leadership.
  • Foster strong stakeholder relationships and ensure alignment between client expectations and team deliverables.
  • Support continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance Agile maturity and delivery efficiency.
Required Qualifications
  • 10+ years of experience in Project Management, Scrum Master, or Agile delivery roles.
  • Proven expertise as a Scrum Master leading Agile teams and facilitating Scrum ceremonies.
  • Strong knowledge of Project Management methodologies and best practices.
  • Hands-on experience implementing and managing projects using Agile methodologies.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage risks, dependencies, schedules, and cross-functional collaboration.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience using Slack for team communication and collaboration.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot or AI-assisted productivity tools.
  • Experience working in fast-paced enterprise environments with multiple concurrent projects.
Top Responsibilities
  1. Facilitate and lead Scrum ceremonies while promoting Agile best practices.
  2. Align client expectations with project execution and team delivery.
  3. Provide regular status updates on project progress, milestones, risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans.

Skills

Scrum
Agile
Process Improvement
Stakeholder Management

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