Manager/Assistant Manager, IT Project

CompAsia; Selangor; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Malaysia is looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee multiple IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. The ideal candidate must have a BS in a relevant field, at least 3-5 years of project management experience, and a mandatory PMP/PRINCE II certification. The role requires outstanding leadership and communication skills, in addition to experience with Agile project delivery and Scrum methodologies.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of experience in project management and delivery at a regional level.
• 2+ years as a Scrum Master in managing Scrum/Agile project delivery.
• Thorough understanding of project management fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple IT projects and change/work requests.
• Liaise with stakeholders regarding project requirements.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Compile project reports and inform management of problems.
• Communicate project status updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management fundamentals

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

BS in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering or related field

Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification

Job description

We are looking to hire a positive, proactive IT project manager to oversee project teams and to ensure IT projects are completed on time.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

To oversee multiple IT projects and change / work request.

Liaising with stakeholders such as project personnel, vendors, and end-users regarding project requirements.

Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.

Outlining, defining, and initiating the project.

Implementing document control policies and documentation templates.

Maintaining a good working knowledge of assigned component projects.

Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress.

Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.

Evaluating standards of component products.

Monitoring project progress and implementing changes where necessary.

Monitoring expenditures in accordance with the budget.

Ensuring compliance with objectives, organizational policies, procedures, and standards.

Compiling project reports and informing management regarding problems.

Ensuring project complies with best practices, SOPs, PMO policies, and other policies.

Communicate and provide project status updates to stakeholders during all phases of the project and close it efficiently.

Work with system analyst, developers and testers to ensure delivery of software as per agreed specifications.

Able to run sprint planning, daily scrum, sprint reviews and manage product backlogs.

Qualification & Experience

BS in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience

3 - 5 years of experience of project management and delivery of projects in regional level.

2+ years of experience as Scrum Master in managing Scrum / Agile based project delivery.

Thorough understanding of project management fundamentals.

Understanding of software development life cycle.

Outstanding leadership, organizational, and time management skills.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.

Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is mandatory.

Certification in Agile/Scrum (e.g. CSM or Scrum.org) will be added advantage.