Senior Assistant Director/Senior Project Manager, PMO, ISCE2

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Singapore is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead grant-funded initiatives in the energy and sustainability sectors. Candidates should have 5-10 years of project management experience, strong communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related fields. You will manage multi-stakeholder projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while driving process improvements.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of project management experience in a research or grant-funded environment.
• Proven experience managing multi-institutional, grant-funded projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lifecycle of grant-funded projects from initiation to closure.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Facilitate collaboration across diverse stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project documentation.
• Drive process improvements in project governance.
• Support grant proposal development and submission.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management expertise

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Proficiency in project management tools

Problem-solving capability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Project Manager to lead and coordinate grant-funded initiatives in the energy, chemicals, and sustainability sectors. This role involves managing multi-stakeholder projects that span industry partners, government agencies, and academic institutions. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management expertise, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of the energy and chemicals landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of grant-funded projects, from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with grantor expectations and strategic sustainability goals.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables, while ensuring compliance with grant terms and institutional policies.
• Facilitate effective collaboration across diverse stakeholders including grant agencies, industrial collaborators, research institutes, and internal teams.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including work plans, risk registers, and progress reports.
• Drive process improvements and implement best practices in project governance and reporting.
• Support grant proposal development, budgeting, and submission processes.
• Monitor project risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.

Qualification & Field of Study

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry and/or Chemical Engineering-related disciplines.

Min. Years of Experience

• 5-10 years of project management experience, preferably in research, academic, or grant funded environment.<

Other Requirements (e.g. Skills, Competencies)

• Proven experience managing multi-institutional, grant-funded projects.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate complex partnerships and competing priorities.
• Excellent organizational and process management capabilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Process orientation and attention to detail
• Adaptability in dynamic, cross-disciplinary environments
• Passion for sustainability and innovation