Data & AI Project Leader: Delivery & Impact

NCS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NCS, a leading AI Tech Services company in the Asia Pacific, seeks a Project Manager with strong Data & AI experience to lead planning, execution, and delivery of data-driven solutions. You will collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and business analysts to ensure on-time delivery, within scope, and aligned with strategic objectives.

The role blends project discipline with technical understanding and stakeholder engagement to drive measurable business outcomes through data,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS, DS, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5–10 years in project management, with 2–3 years in data, analytics, or AI projects.
• Strong understanding of data lifecycle management and analytics tools.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams in agile or hybrid delivery.
• Excellent stakeholder communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Ability to bridge technical and business stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, organized, proactive with multiple priorities.
• Passionate about using data and AI to create real business impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for Data & AI initiatives, including scoping, planning, resource allocation, budgeting, and risk management.
• Define project objectives, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with cross-functional teams (data engineers, data scientists, and business analysts).
• Monitor progress and manage dependencies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure governance, security, and data management standards.
• Serve as the main point of contact for all project-related communications and updates.
• Facilitate alignment between business sponsors, technical teams, and external partners.
• Prepare and present project reports, dashboards, and updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Manage expectations and foster strong client and team relationships.
• Identify and proactively manage project risks, issues, and change requests.
• Ensure high-quality deliverables that meet business and technical requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and implementing best practices.
• Coordinate and motivate cross-functional project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
• Support technical teams in resolving blockers and prioritizing work.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and delivery excellence.

Skills

Data & AI PM

Stakeholder management

Agile delivery

Cross-functional teams

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree

Job description

NCS, a leading AI Tech Services company in the Asia Pacific, seeks a Project Manager with strong Data & AI experience to lead planning, execution, and delivery of data-driven solutions. You will collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and business analysts to ensure on-time delivery, within scope, and aligned with strategic objectives.

The role blends project discipline with technical understanding and stakeholder engagement to drive measurable business outcomes through data,