IT Project Manager

CIMB Bank Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Malaysian bank is seeking a Project Manager to oversee digital project management and operations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in enterprise software development and possess strong organizational and analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing project lifecycles, collaborating with teams for successful implementation, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates should be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise software development project management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end project management for system enhancements.
• Collaborate with teams to implement projects on time.
• Monitor project progress and manage timelines.

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Communication

Analytical problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

An ideal candidate will be responsible for the day to day project management and smooth operation of projects, and other digital initiatives. Should have managed project management of digital delivery projects and technology projects preferably for Banking clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end project management for system enhancement, implementation and monitoring of end-to-end process to completion from the different divisions involved in the project as per the SDLC framework.
• Scope project requirements, lead solutioning and prepare budgets.
• Develop project plan, monitor progress.
• Proactively manage, prioritize and negotiate timelines and deliverables where necessary to meet key business objectives.
• Collaborate with the relevant teams and/or vendors to design, develop and implement projects.
• Deliver projects on time ensuring quality standards and objectives are met.
• Prepare and develop reports and updates to management/ steering committees as required.
• Communicate with the team and ensure all members are on board with delegated tasks.
• Highlight potential risks or malfunctions and act proactively to resolve issues.
• Seek opportunities to improve process and/or approach as well as suggest new projects.
• Proactive in seeking, providing and performing system resolution to improve efficiency and securing compliance at all times.
• Participate and continuously explore alternatives and implement for cost saving initiatives.
• Project manage/lead department assigned system projects and enhancement in work procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science / engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise software development project management.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Results-driven, problem solver with structuring and analytic capabilities.
• Strong communicator that can serve multiple functions as needed.
• High integrity and values focused.
• Team player, ability to build, lead virtual teams, embraces changes, drive new technologies, and mentor others. Strong analytical and problem solving skill.
• Self-starter and motivated with ability to work in a fast paced environment. Ability to handle multiple asks and assignments simultaneously.
• Possess strong written, communication and analytical skills, result-oriented, resourceful, independent and able to manage work within tight deadlines.
• Must be able to work well with all the colleagues in the group.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Information Technology Project Manager?
• How many years of project management experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have with project planning and scheduling?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the software development lifecycle?