Senior IT Project Manager

Mission Consultancy Services; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consultancy firm is seeking a Project Manager to lead IT projects in Kuala Lumpur. The ideal candidate will have a master's or bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, with at least 5 years of experience in project management. Key responsibilities include developing project scopes, managing timelines, and ensuring high-quality project delivery. Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential, along with relevant project management certifications.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of project management experience within IT.
• Project management-related certification such as Agile, PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent.
• Experience in a full cycle of software development lifecycle and software testing lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes and objectives, ensuring technical feasibility.
• Manage and address project conflicts, issues, risks and expectations.
• Provide status updates to management and ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Masters Degree or Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology, Software Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Develop and communicate clear and actionable deliverables, or activities to be completed
• Identify activity owner, as well as a clear timeline and success criteria
• Tracking deadlines, deliverables, resources, and timelines throughout the project process
• Holds owners accountable for their commitments and conduct project team meetings
• Provide status updates to management and identify and resolve issues that may arise and ensure on-time, high-quality delivery in accordance with the stated project goals
• Manage and address project conflicts, issues, risks and expectations and ensure they are escalated or addressed in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree or Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology, Software Engineering or equivalent
• Strong grasp of the English language
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Project management-related certification such as Agile, PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent

Requirements

• At least 5 years of project management experience within IT. Investment banking knowledge is a plus
• Experience in a full cycle of software development lifecycle and software testing lifecycle
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
• A team player and at the same time able to work independently in a fast-paced environment