Information Technology Project Manager

Airswift; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee medium‑complexity IT initiatives from initiation to delivery. You will partner with engineering, IT, procurement, and operations to ensure on‑time, on‑budget outcomes and strong governance.

The role emphasizes budget oversight, risk management, KPI reporting, and stakeholder engagement across functions. A Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of IT project management experience, including infrastructure, software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field.
• 7+ years in IT project management, complex IT projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple medium‑complexity IT projects from initiation to completion.
• Oversee budgets, planning, and risk management with cross‑functional teams.
• Monitor progress and report KPIs to stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment with business goals and customer requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Cross‑functional

Objectives definition

KPI reporting

Stakeholder management

Communication

PM tools (MS Project/Jira)

Agile/Waterfall/hybrid

Governance & risk

Budget control

Contract management

Analytics & reporting

Digital savvy

Planning & scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Microsoft Project

JIRA

Job description

This opportunity is with a leading company in the global offshore energy industry, supporting complex project delivery across engineering, procurement, construction, installation, operation, and relocation activities. The role focuses on managing medium-complexity IT projects from initiation through completion, with responsibility for project planning, governance, budget control, risk management, and cross-functional team coordination. This position offers the chance to contribute to high-impact business outcomes in an environment that values digital capability, project control, analytics and reporting, and strong stakeholder collaboration.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, business administration, or a related field

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT project management, with a proven track record of managing complex IT projects
• Hands‑on experience in IT infrastructure, software development, and system integration projects
• Experience developing and implementing project management methodologies, best practices, and standards
• Experience in budget management, resource allocation, and financial oversight of IT projects
• Experience in risk management, change management, and quality assurance processes

Required Skills:

• Ability to lead and manage multiple medium‑complexity projects from initiation to completion, delivering work on time, within scope, and within budget
• Strong project planning capability, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
• Ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams and maintain effective communication and collaboration across stakeholders
• Strong capability in defining project objectives, scope, and deliverables aligned to business goals and customer requirements
• Proficiency in monitoring project progress, tracking KPIs, and preparing status reports for stakeholders
• Strong leadership and team‑building skills, with the ability to guide and support project team members
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Experience with project management tools and software such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management approaches
• Functional capability in governance, risk and control, analytics and reporting, cost and budget control, business partnering, supply chain, digital savvy, business acumen, contract management, project control, and planning

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
• Master’s degree in project management, business administration, or a related field

About Airswift:

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique project needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry.