We are seeking a dual-role Senior Technical Project Manager / Scrum Master to support the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Tolling Modernization Program. This position manages project planning, risk mitigation, delivery tracking, and cross-team coordination for a new microservices architecture. The role balances traditional project management (waterfall/hybrid governance) with Scrum Master leadership, facilitating Agile ceremonies and guiding engineering, cloud, QA, and operational teams as they mature their Agile practices.

Client:

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) /

Commonwealth of Virginia Location:

Mechanicsville, VA Work Arrangement:

Hybrid Role Type:

9-

Month Contract Interview Process:

Either In-Person or Web Cam Key Responsibilities Project & Delivery Management:

Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, resource allocations, and dependency tracking for microservices and cloud modernization initiatives.

Scrum Master Leadership:

Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives); guide teams in transitioning to structured Scrum execution.

Cross-Functional Coordination:

Collaborate directly with software development, QA, cloud infrastructure, security, and operations teams to streamline delivery workflows.

Agile Tooling & Tracking:

Manage work items, backlogs, boards, and delivery visibility using Azure DevOps (ADO) and Microsoft Planner Premium.

Risk & Compliance Management:

Track risks, issues, scope, and budget metrics; ensure full compliance with VDOT and VITA project management guidelines.

Required Qualifications & Experience Certifications:

Active PMP and CSM (Certified ScrumMaster) certifications are strictly required.

Technical Project Management:

8+ years of technical project management experience across both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.

Cloud & Modernization:

8+ years managing software modernization, cloud transformation, or enterprise application delivery.

Scrum & Agile Facilitation:

8+ years facilitating Scrum ceremonies, managing backlogs, and leading Agile teams through the full SDLC.

Agile Work Platforms:

8+ years of hands-on experience using Azure DevOps (Boards, tracking, sprints) and Microsoft Planner Premium. Desired Qualifications 10+ years of technical project management experience in complex IT environments. Experience supporting microservices, distributed systems, or API-driven architectures. Domain background in tolling systems, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), or state transportation agencies