Project Manager

Encora Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee complex projects within the banking sector. This role involves planning, executing, and monitoring projects to ensure they meet defined scopes, timelines, and budgets. You will work closely with stakeholders and team members, managing risks and ensuring alignment with project goals. If you have a strong background in project management and a passion for driving success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience covering the full project lifecycle.
• Strong technical skills with experience in banking institutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project milestones, schedules, and budgets.
• Manage risks, issues, and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Risk Management

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Important Information

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Experience: 5-10 years

Job Mode: Contract

Work Mode: On-site

Job Summary

A project manager (PM) is responsible for overseeing the successful completion of projects within a defined scope, timeline, and budget. Their role involves planning, coordinating, executing, and monitoring various aspects of the project, including resources, schedules, budgets, and risks. The PM works closely with stakeholders, team members, and clients to ensure alignment with project goals and objectives.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Tracking and management of each key milestone and plan updates, schedule management.
• Issue, risk, and dependency management.
• Maintain support for quality assurance activities that align with quality expectations.
• Change management.
• Vendor management.
• Stakeholder management, project communication, training, and financial management.
• Administration of progress reports and timesheets.
• Post-implementation support upon system go-live.
• Assist in other project management activities as assigned by the Program Director.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of >5 years project management experience covering the full project lifecycle.
• Experience in managing complex system implementation projects in banking institutions, with strong technical skills and a solid understanding of software development.
• Business and commercial acumen, with at least 5 years as an Analyst prior to this role, covering the full project lifecycle and possessing excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical skills necessary to identify risks and solve problems that may arise during the project.

Role-specific Requirements

• Plan and define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Assemble and lead project teams.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets.
• Communicate progress to stakeholders and clients.
• Mitigate project risks and resolve issues.
• Ensure project completion within scope, time, and budget constraints.

About Encora

Encora is a leading digital engineering and modernization partner for some of the world's top enterprises and digital native companies. With over 9,000 experts across 47+ offices and innovation labs worldwide, Encora specializes in Product Engineering & Development, Cloud Services, Quality Engineering, DevSecOps, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience, Cybersecurity, and AI & LLM Engineering.

At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and qualifications, and we do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.