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Job Title: Project Manager / Delivery Lead
Location: Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid, minimum 3 days onsite per week)
Duration: Contract - 12 months
Pay Range: $78.37/hr (W2)
Job ID: 374710
Start: ASAP
Work Authorization/Verification: Glider Candidate ID Verification
About BCforward
BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Agile Scrum Master to plan and coordinate the execution of project and small program deliverables that span multiple teams. The role will communicate work objectives, coordinate delivery, facilitate cross-team sync points, provide end-to-end visibility into health of deliverables, and manage program risk and compliance to standards. The Scrum Master will ensure delivery meets client expectations for functionality, quality, timeline, and cost, with a focus on Climate Risk capability requirements and reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate delivery routines, including kick-offs, status reviews, stakeholder meetings, change controls, and tollgates.
- Manage coordination of delivery and dependencies across multiple teams.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration across organizations to support deliverable completion and timelines.
- Provide status updates to stakeholders and leadership on delivery, risks, issues, and schedules.
- Align execution with deliverable requirements in partnership with sponsors and stakeholders.
- Support resource planning for delivery and execution.
- Ensure adherence to Enterprise Change Management standards.
- Liaise with COOs and PMOs globally to define requirements for Climate Risk capabilities and reporting.
- Track and report project status, risks, and deliverables with end-to-end visibility.
- Own and maintain the project roadmap and release plans.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to implement Agile routines and Scrum practices for projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Agile delivery, project coordination, or program management.
- Effective written and verbal communication to engage stakeholders, developers, and cross-functional teams.
- Proven ability to manage timelines and execute project plans to completion.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience coordinating with development teams on resource allocation and capacity planning.
- Background in Climate or Risk programs and reporting.
Core Competencies:
- Collaboration
- Project Management
- Results Orientation
- Solution Delivery Process
- Stakeholder Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Business Acumen
- Financial Management
- Influence
- Risk Management
- Agile Practices
- Architecture, Data Management, and Solution Design familiarity
- Technical Strategy Development awareness
Why BCforward?
At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for growth with global clients
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Interested? Apply Now!
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume. Please include your current location and relocation or onsite intent on the resume.