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A leading project management firm is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to spearhead government-related IT projects in Singapore. The role involves managing a team and overseeing project development from initiation to deployment. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in a relevant field, extensive project management experience, and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects within a collaborative and dynamic environment.
Role and Responsibilities:
Overall responsibility for managing the project team to meet or exceed customer contractual requirements.
Report to the Project Director and manage the development, updating, and maintenance of the project plan and schedule.
Manage project scope, monitor costs and forecasts, and maintain the project quality plan.
Develop and update the project risk management plan and project team organization chart.
Handle project communications and reporting.
Oversee the complete application development lifecycle: requirements gathering, design, development, testing, integration, UAT, and rollout.
Manage IT projects involving site preparation, hardware installation, and support.
Lead a project team comprising Solution Architects, Technical Leads, Developers, Testers, and Support Engineers.
Collaborate with Product Specialists, Technical Subject Matter Experts, and System Engineers as needed for specific project tasks.
Work with the Sales Team to manage project procurement.
Support pre-sales activities, including technical solution design, effort estimation, and timeline proposals.
Job Knowledge/Skills:
Degree in Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication), Computer Science / Information Technology, or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience as a Project Manager in government-related projects. Candidates with less experience may apply for Deputy PM position.
Knowledge and experience in these areas is advantageous:
J2EE-based solutions for WebSphere/Weblogic Application Servers and Oracle/MSSQL Database Servers.
.NET-based application development, including thick client C# applications.
Domain expertise in National ID Cards, E-Passports, Biometrics, Smart Cards, and Immigration Clearance Gates.
Experience in deploying and supporting PC-based hardware and custom software across multiple sites in Singapore.
Familiarity with site preparation, hardware delivery, and installation.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with customers, vendors, and colleagues.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for project reporting and progress updates.
A team player with strong leadership qualities.
Project Management certifications such as CITPM, PMP, or Agile-related certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master) are advantageous.
Self-motivated, result-oriented, organized, and able to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
Ability to manage tight deadlines in complex customer environments.