Infrastructure & Technology Obsolescence Project Manager

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

Job summary

UOB is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager in Kuala Lumpur to oversee technology obsolescence remediation projects. The role involves planning, coordinating upgrades, and managing risks associated with multiple technology projects. Candidates should have 8–12+ years of IT project management experience and strong communication skills. UOB offers equal opportunities, valuing diversity in hiring. Join us to contribute to impactful technology initiatives in a dynamic banking environment.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in IT project management.
• Proven track record delivering infrastructure, platform, or application change initiatives.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent technology projects.
• Good understanding of technology lifecycles and associated risks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage technology obsolescence remediation projects.
• Coordinate upgrades, migrations, and decommissioning activities.
• Identify and manage schedule risks and critical path activities.
• Act as the primary coordination point between technology teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure proper handover to operations or support teams.

Skills

Project Management Experience

Strong coordination and communication skills

Ability to manage diverse stakeholders

Clear documentation and reporting capability

Job description

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Description

Project Planning & Delivery

• Plan and manage technology obsolescence remediation projects from initiation through closure
• Define project scope, milestones, timelines, and deliverables
• Coordinate upgrades, migrations, replacements, or decommissioning activities
• Ensure delivery aligns with agreed technical, business, and regulatory requirements

Scope, Schedule & Dependency Management

• Manage interdependencies across applications, infrastructure, security, vendors, and business teams
• Identify and manage schedule risks, constraints, and critical path activities
• Ensure proper sequencing of remediation activities to avoid service disruption

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify and track project risks related to obsolete technologies
• Manage issues, escalations, and decision points in a timely mannerSupport risk acceptance, mitigation, or remediation decisions where required

Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the primary coordination point between technology teams, business owners, vendors, and governance forums
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and steering updates
• Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies clearly to stakeholders

Vendor & Third‑Party Coordination

• Coordinate with vendors on upgrade paths, support timelines, licensing, and delivery plans
• Track vendor dependencies and delivery commitments
• Support procurement and contract activities related to obsolete technology remediation

Governance, Reporting & Controls

• Maintain project plans, RAID logs, and documentation
• Provide regular status reporting to program leads, task force leads, or steering committees
• Ensure adherence to organizational project management and change control standards

Transition & Closure

• Ensure proper handover to operations or support teams
• Validate documentation, support readiness, and operational acceptance
• Close projects with lessons learned and post‑implementation review

Required Skills & Experience

• Project Management Experience
• 8–12+ years of experience in IT project management
• Proven track record delivering infrastructure, platform, or application change initiatives
• Experience managing multiple concurrent technology projects

Technical & Domain Understanding

• Good understanding of technology lifecycles (hardware, software, OS, databases, middleware, cloud platforms)
• Familiarity with end‑of‑life, end‑of‑support, and vendor lifecycle concepts
• Awareness of security, stability, and compliance risks associated with obsolete technology

Stakeholder & Communication Skills

• Strong coordination and communication skills across technical and non‑technical teams
• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders with competing priorities
• Clear documentation and reporting capability

Additional Requirements

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non‑merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.