Agile Project Manager

KOPI RECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KOPI RECRUIT PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks an Agile Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery, aligning with stakeholder expectations and IT division transformation. You will plan, resource, and monitor projects while applying Agile principles to deliver iterative value and continuous improvement.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage risks, and drive changes with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes that support organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Admin, CS, Eng, or related field. MBA a plus.
• 10+ years in project management with track record of delivering complex projects.
• Experience managing IT/IR-type projects.
• Experience in Agile environments (Scrum/Kanban).
• Proficiency with Jira or Asana.
• PM certifications (PMP, CSM/SAFe, PRINCE2) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed plans with tasks, timelines, resources and budget.
• Identify and secure resources for execution.
• Conduct risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Lead and motivate project teams and assign tasks.
• Monitor progress, milestones, and deviations from plan.
• Implement change management for evolving requirements.
• Facilitate regular project meetings and decision making.
• Adhere to project management methodologies, leveraging Agile for iterative development.
• Act as primary point of contact for stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates on status, risks, and challenges.
• Engage diverse stakeholders and align their needs to ensure buy-in.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and relationships.
• Manage budgets and expenditures.
• Allocate resources to maximize productivity.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and closure.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration: interpret complex info, synthesize data, navigate ambiguity.
• Foster collaboration across disciplines and external partners.
• Promote interdisciplinary insights for innovative solutions.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation to secure resources and changes.
• Negotiate with vendors/clients to align objectives.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Risk assessment

Communication

Resource management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management / related field

Tools

Jira

Asana

Job description

1. AGILE PROJECT MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an execution-driven, agile-oriented and collaborative Project Manager who excels at strategic planning and delivering results in dynamic environments. This role is responsible for leading end-to-end project delivery, from defining scope and managing resources, to tracking progress and adapting to change—while applying Agile principles to foster iterative development and continuous improvement, while ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and organizational goals. You’ll play a key role in coordinating cross-functional teams, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality outcomes that align with RWS’s strategic objectives. This position directly contributes to RWS’s goals by enabling agile project execution, enhancing customer value, and supporting the IT division’s transformation through innovation and operational excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES (JOB REQUIREMENTS)

1Project Planning & Definition:

• 2Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management.
• 3Develop detailed project plans, including tasks, timelines, resource allocation, and budget.
• 4Identify and secure necessary resources (human, financial, technical) for project execution.
• 5Conduct thorough risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

1Project Execution & Monitoring:

• 2Lead and motivate project teams, assigning tasks and providing guidance to ensure efficient execution.
• 3Monitor project progress, track milestones, and identify deviations from the plan.
• 4Implement effective change management processes to adapt to evolving project requirements.
• 5Facilitate regular project meetings to review progress, address issues, and make informed decisions.
• 6Ensure adherence to established project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall), leveraging Agile principles for iterative development and continuous improvement where appropriate.

1Stakeholder Management & Communication:

• 2Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• 3Provide regular and transparent updates on project status, risks, and challenges to all relevant parties.
• 4Proactively engage with diverse stakeholders, understanding their perspectives and integrating their needs to ensure project alignment and buy-in.
• 5Manage stakeholder expectations and foster strong, collaborative relationships.

1Budget & Resource Management:

• 2Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Allocate and optimize resources efficiently to maximize productivity and achieve project goals.

1Quality Assurance & Closure:

• 2Ensure project deliverables meet defined quality standards and stakeholder requirements.
• 3Conduct post-project evaluations to assess effectiveness, identify lessons learned, and improve future project outcomes.
• 4Oversee the formal closure of projects, including documentation, handover, and archiving.

1Sense-making & Transdisciplinary Collaboration:

• 2Ability to interpret complex information, identify underlying patterns, and synthesize diverse data points to form a clear understanding of project challenges and opportunities.
• 3Skilled in navigating ambiguity and providing clarity to the team and stakeholders, even in rapidly evolving environments.
• 4Actively foster and manage collaboration across different disciplines, departments, and external partners to integrate diverse knowledge and perspectives for holistic project outcomes.
• 5Promote an environment where interdisciplinary insights are valued and leveraged to drive innovative solutions.

1Conflict Resolution & Negotiation:

• 2A proven ability to anticipate, identify, and effectively resolve conflicts that may arise within the project team or among stakeholders, mediating disputes to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• 3Strong negotiation skills to secure resources, manage scope changes, and reach agreements with vendors, clients, and internal teams, ensuring project objectives are met without compromising relationships.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years of proven experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
• Experience managing projects of varying sizes and complexities within [e.g., IT, Integrated Resorts].
• Demonstrable experience working in Agile environments, including familiarity with Scrum, Kanban, or other iterative methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana).
• Certifications (Preferred):
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe Agilist, or other Agile certifications
• PRINCE2

CORE COMPETENCY

• 1.Resource Management
• 2.Project Management
• 3.Stakeholder Management (Internal/External)
• 4.Risk Management
• 5.Sense Making / Transdisciplinary
• 1.Business Agility
• 2.Solution Architecture
• 3.System Design