Agile Senior Project Manager (Enterprise Applications)

Key Details at a Glance

• Location: Lansing, MI (Must reside in Michigan at time of application)
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Onsite 2 days/week: Tuesdays & Wednesdays)
• Interview Process: Virtual video interview via MS Teams (Screen sharing may be required)

Core Responsibilities

• Executive & Stakeholder Alignment: Dedicate 15–20% of your time to direct engagement with C-suite executives, project sponsors, and third-party vendors.
• Release Planning & Project Governance: Lead long-term release planning, budget/schedule tracking, and risk management following established PM frameworks (SUITE methodology).
• Team Leadership: Direct day-to-day activities for multi-functional teams (50+ members) across complex system development lifecycles.

Must-Have Skills & Experience (5+ Years Required)

• Agile & SDLC Expertise: Extensive project management experience within Agile environments, managing system development for new buildouts and legacy enhancements (e.g., ColdFusion systems).
• Matrix Organization Leadership: Proven track record of guiding cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams in matrixed environments.
• Conflict & Scope Management: Strong ability to resolve high-priority conflicts, negotiate competing requirements, and control project scope/budget.
• Cross-Team Facilitation: Skilled in building consensus, running structured working sessions, and managing stakeholder relationships at all levels.
• Data-Driven Problem Solving: Deep experience analyzing project data, identifying risks early, and executing actionable solutions.

Preferred Qualifications & Certifications

• Certifications: PMP, CAPM, PfMP, or Agile/Scrum certifications.
• Domain Experience: Prior background in public sector/government environments or multi-role project leadership (Program Manager, PM, Project Coordinator).