Agile Project Manager

Job Family:

IT Project Management

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

The Agile Project Manager (APM) delivers business outcomes by combining facilitative Agile leadership with project management discipline. The APM orchestrates planning and execution across cross-functional teams, ensures value delivery and transparency, manages risks and dependencies, and elevates team performance through coaching and continuous improvement. They balance iterative, adaptive delivery with right-sized scope, predictable cadence, and effective stakeholder communication and governance.

• Facilitate release activities to include documentation, release call facilitation, approval tracking, dependency management, etc.

• Own application-specific roadmaps; review with Product Owners and stakeholders at least once per PI.

• Create delivery plans that right-size scope to the cadence (target: 90%+ of Epics fit within 1–2 sprints).

• Ensure backlog hygiene; track target dates for Epics/Initiatives; partner with POs to refine and prioritize work.

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and run SAFe Value-Stream Mapping and Problem-Solving workshops.

• Identify and manage cross-team dependencies and impediments; maintain visible risk/issue logs.

• Strengthen technical acumen; include technical leads in Scrum of Scrums; attend architecture forums.

• Improve release readiness: test coverage awareness, defect trends, rollout discipline.

• Maintain clear status reporting; tailor messaging for audience; balance transparency with discretion.

• Promote collaboration, psychological safety, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Agile certifications (CSM or A-CSM required; SAFe and PMI-ACP preferred).

• 5+ years Agile delivery experience; 2+ years in project management roles.

• Strong facilitation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Must be US citizen.

• 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.

• Proficiency with Agile and PM tools (Jira, Rally, Confluence).

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• PMP or equivalent project management certification desirable.

• ICAgile Enterprise Agile Coaching Track

• ICAgile Product Management Track

• ICAgile Delivery Management Track

The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• 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

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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