Project Manager II

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, has an opening for a Project Manager II in their Business Applications team to lead IT projects and coordinate cross-functional teams, driving the successful implementation of technology solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in Agile, PMP (Project Management Professional), and RUP (Rational Unified Process) methodologies. They will bring expertise in project management, Agile coaching, and process improvement to ensure the time and high-quality delivery of initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitates scrum ceremonies (Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospective, and Sprint Reviews).
• Acts as a servant leader to cross-functional Agile teams, ensuring adherence to Agile principles and best practices.
• Removes impediments and fosters an environment for high-performing team dynamics, continuous improvement and productivity.
• Collaborates with Product Owners to define and prioritize the product backlog.
• Guides the team in identifying and tracking metrics to ensure continuous progress.

• Plans, executes, and oversees IT projects from inception through delivery using PMP principles and best practices.
• Develops project plans, including scope, schedule, resource allocation, risk mitigation strategies, and budget.
• Ensures alignment of project goals with business objectives and IT strategy.
• Manages project teams, fostering communication and collaboration between developers, testers, and stakeholders.
• Reports regularly on project status, risks, and key metrics to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Ensures proper documentation and knowledge