Technical Project Manager IV Agile, Scrum

Title: Technical Project Manager IV Agile, Scrum
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Type: Contract

Our direct client is seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager who will be responsible for coordinating the technical implementation and deployment of cross-functional software programs.

The Senior Technical Project Manager should expect to lead multiple external work streams / stakeholder groups and development team deliverables.

Key Accountabilities:

• Translates complex technical information into clear, actionable plans.
• Demonstrates strong project management skills including timeline and milestone management, risk and issue tracking, dependency coordination, and scope management across multiple teams.
• Leads cross functional teams and driving accountability across distributed or matrixed organizations.
• Creates and maintains executive level reporting, dashboards, and status updates for senior leadership.
• Manages competing priorities and negotiates realistic timelines and resource needs.
• Leads teams toward shared outcomes, foster alignment, and navigate ambiguity.
• Builds relationships, with the ability to motivate, collaborate, and resolve conflicts constructively.
• Proactive problem solves, with a focus on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and removing delivery obstacles.

• At least 7 years of experience working with development teams and business stakeholders is preferred.
• Proven experience leading Agile software development projects.
• Strong understanding of end to end software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Demonstrated ability to track and manage development progress through production deployment.
• Hands on expertise with Jira (board management, reporting, workflows), Confluence (documentation, requirements, project artifacts), and Smartsheet (project plans, dashboards, work tracking).
• Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, actionable plans.
• Relevant project management certifications (e.g., PMP, CSM, SAFe), or equivalent practical experience is preferred.
• Foundational understanding of AI / ML concepts and enterprise applications.
• Experience in large-scale enterprise environments or complex technical programs.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to executives, influence stakeholders, and facilitate decision-making.