Project Manager (2-year Contract)

Schaeffler; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm in Singapore is seeking a Project Manager to support R&D initiatives under the SHARE program at NTU. Responsibilities include managing project phases, budgeting, and coordinating with stakeholders. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of experience in handling large-scale projects. Strong skills in project management, communication, and problem-solving are essential. Exciting opportunities for innovation await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience managing complex R&D projects.
• Familiarity with Robotics and IoT applications is a plus.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects across all phases, ensuring timely delivery and quality.
• Oversee budgeting and financial planning for projects.
• Facilitate collaborations with research institutes and partners.

Skills

Project Management

User Experience (UX)

Agile methodologies

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Marketing, Design, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

JIRA

GitHub

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Goal of Position

The incumbent is responsible to support Schaeffler Asia Pacific Research & Development (R&D) initiatives under the Schaeffler Hub for Advanced Research (SHARE) program at NTU by ensuring effective project management from initiation to completion and contribute innovative ideas and create impactful customer experiences to meet evolving business and market needs.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Take a hands-on role in managing projects across all phases - initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and proper documentation.
• Develop and maintain project charters and management plans, actively overseeing scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, procurement, and stakeholder engagement.
• Perform budgeting and forecasting tasks directly, ensuring accurate financial planning, cost control, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Plan and coordinate VIP visits and high-level meetings personally, managing logistics and stakeholder engagement to ensure smooth execution.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, external partners, research institutes, and government bodies to drive innovation and secure new project opportunities.
• Support open innovation initiatives by engaging with startups and innovation networks to enhance Schaeffler’s R&D portfolio.
• Lead user experience strategy for innovation projects, including design research, user journey mapping, and technology roadmap development.
• Facilitate discussions with NTU and other stakeholders on research and innovation projects, contributing to strategic ideation and proposal development.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Marketing, Design, Business, or a related field or equivalent practical experience, with specialization in Project Management, Product Design, or User Experience (UX).
• Minimum 2 years of experience managing large-scale, complex R&D projects and working with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with research areas such as Robotics, Mobile Robots, and IoT applications is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of project management principles and the full project life cycle.
• Experience with Agile and SDLC methodologies preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Excel; experience with JIRA, GitHub, and Adobe Creative Suite is an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and risk management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and results-driven, with a passion for innovation and continuous learning.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Your Contact

Xue Ting Lim

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