Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager
Job ID: 80591
Location: Alberta, Canada – Remote Anywhere in Canada


What you will be doing:
SAFe Implementation

• Lead the implementation of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) across the IT department.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive SAFe transformation plan tailored to the project’s needs.

• Facilitate the setup and operation of Agile Release Trains (ARTs).

• Promote and implement SAFe principles across teams.

• Lead the rollout of SAFe across the project.

Coaching and Training

• Provide coaching to teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and leadership on Agile principles, practices, and SAFe methodologies.

• Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees on Agile and SAFe practices, roles, principles and methodologies

• Mentor and support team members to ensure the successful adoption of Agile methodologies.

Agile Maturity Assessment

• Assess the current state of Agile practices within the Project/Customer

• Identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance Agile maturity.

• Monitor progress and measure the impact of Agile transformation initiatives.

Process Improvement

• Identify areas for enhancement and drive solutions.

• Work closely with Project teams to identify and eliminate inefficiencies and bottlenecks in current processes.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

• Facilitate retrospectives and feedback sessions to drive process enhancements

 Stakeholder Engagement

• Ensure smooth collaboration between teams.

• Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to align Agile transformation efforts with project goals and objectives.

• Communicate progress, challenges, and successes of the Agile transformation to all levels of the organization

Change Management

• Develop and implement change management strategies to support the adoption of Agile practices.

• Address resistance to change and foster a positive Agile mindset throughout the organization.

What you must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Proven experience as an Agile Coach with a focus on SAFe implementation in large organizations.

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.

• SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) certification is required.

• Excellent coaching, mentoring, and training skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Experience in the manufacturing or SCM industry is a plus.

Nice to have:

• Master’s degree in a related field.

• Additional Agile certifications (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, PMI-ACP).

• Experience with large-scale Agile transformations in an IT setting.

• Familiarity with Agile tools and software (e.g., Jira, Confluence).

Top 3 Skills

• Proven experience as an Agile Coach with a focus on SAFe implementation in large organizations.

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.

• SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) certification is required."

For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com