Associate Project Manager, ePMO

Who We Are

Invitation Homes is a fast-paced evolving publicly traded REIT that is pioneering a new industry with over 80,000 single family rental homes and a market capitalization of over $25 billion. We are a team of more than 1,400 associates who come from all walks of life. We call different communities “home,” but our shared values bind us together. Invitation Homes is a place where possibility lives.

The Technology Scrum Master role will support the Technology Delivery Manager along with Product Owners, Product Managers, Engineering leads, Delivery Management leads, PMO and stakeholders throughout the organization.  The Technology Scrum Master will be assigned to support the Technology program; teams may include disciplines like web, mobile, infrastructure, security, data, or other platforms. Responsibilities include overseeing the delivery of initiatives of assigned team(s), coordinating Agile ceremonies and other Agile activities, leading day-to-day activities of an Agile team, proactive identification and removal of blockers/impediments, coordinating with teams across technology, and coordinating with stakeholders across Invitation Homes. Other responsibilities could include developing and maintaining capacity and financial forecasts, capitalization of work, work scheduling, risk and issue management, status reporting, process design, process implementation, continuous improvement, supporting Product and UI/UX functions, and related tasks as assigned.

What You’ll Do

• Perform scrum master and Kanban lead responsibilities as needed

• Work closely with development teams, PMO, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to plan and deliver initiatives

• Develop pragmatic and appropriate plans to monitor and communicate progress

• Anticipate and report risks, dependencies, and impediments; assist in facilitation of resolutions

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors (onshore, nearshore and offshore)

• Analyze problems and make recommendations for improvements, including identifying and evaluating opportunities for growth, reduce operating expenses and improve performance

• Assist in the definition of scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

• Create and maintain forecast of resource availability, allocation, and capitalization

• Identify and escalate issues to Technology Delivery Manager and OCIO leadership as needed

• Track team and portfolio performance using appropriate tools and techniques

• Support Product Management, Product Owner, and UI/UX functions

• Assist in the design and implementation of methodologies, processes and tools; continually monitor and improve

• Escalate material changes and delays appropriately

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience.

• Minimum 2+ years’ relevant Technology Scrum Master experience required.

• Agile training and certifications (CSM, CPO, etc.) are a plus

• Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus

• Keen ability to engage and lead delivery teams

• Understand project management and agile principles, with the ability to teach and coach others

• Proven judgment and ability to manage portfolios of work

• Strong interpersonal, conflict management and communication skills

• Effective documentation and reporting skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Prefer experience with QuickBase, Jira and Confluence

Why Invitation Homes

We stand for flexibility, opportunity, and a home that people can make their own. It’s as true for our associates as it is for our residents. Just like we help our residents live freer, we liberate our associates’ careers, too.  Our associates know that at Invitation Homes goals matter, potential is unlocked, and careers thrive. Invitation Homes isn’t just a work place it is a possibility place. Invitation Homes offers the below to each new associate:

• Competitive pay and an annual bonus program for all associates

• Generous paid time off plans including vacation accrual, sick time, volunteer time, and standard and floating holidays

• 401k with matching company contributions

• Awesome work environment with casual dress

• Team events and gatherings

• Employee resource groups: Together with Women, Asian Alliance, Black Collective, Juntos, Gen Next, and Open Invitation.

Invitation Homes truly is where possibility lives, pour a new foundation here!

** Invitation Homes does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this role at this time.