Senior Project Manager

UNCANNY; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UNCANNY in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a proactive Senior Project Manager to oversee planning, execution, and success of a new financial client. You’ll own end-to-end delivery, drive timelines, coordinate cross-functional teams, manage resources, and ensure alignment with business goals.

This role suits someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, is detail-oriented, and can think big picture while getting things done, delivering quality results.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in program or project management (3 to 5 years ideal).
• Ability to manage complex projects and deliver results.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools like Monday, JIRA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the program plan, including scope, timelines, budget, and resources.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment.
• Monitor program progress and report on milestones and risks.
• Lead and motivate the program team, providing guidance and support.
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts during the program lifecycle.
• Ensure program deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
• Manage program budget and track expenses.
• Communicate program status to stakeholders regularly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Stakeholder management

Tools

Monday

JIRA

Job description

At UNCANNY we believe in big-idea creative thinking and production excellence. We aspire to be one of Asia’s leading creative companies. We solve client’s business problems through strategically crafted communications and well thought out digital experiences.

We want people who are excited about doing things in a different way, people who want to make new, innovative experiences, people who are different.

We’re looking for a proactive and strategic Senior Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and success of our new financial client. You’ll take ownership from end to end — driving timelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing resources, and ensuring delivery and alignment with organizational goals.

This is a highly collaborative role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, is detail-oriented, and can think big picture while getting things done.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the program plan, including scope, timelines, budget, and resources.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment.
• Monitor program progress and report on key milestones and risks.
• Lead and motivate the program team, providing guidance and support.
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts that arise during the program lifecycle.
• Ensure program deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
• Manage program budget and track expenses.
• Communicate program status to stakeholders regularly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in program or project management (3 to 5 years ideal)
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver results.
• Strong leadership and communication skill, comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software like Monday, JIRA a plus