(Senior) Engineer, Project Management, ARTC

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research institute in Singapore seeks a Project Manager to oversee medium-scale projects within the PMO framework. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in project management or research projects. Responsibilities include ensuring effective communication among team members, managing project risks, and tracking progress. Candidates with PMP certifications or relevant industry experience will have an advantage. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and contribute to significant industry partnerships.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in project management.
• Industry experience in managing product development or research projects.
• PMP certifications or equivalent will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Project manage medium scale projects under the PMO project lifecycle framework.
• Deep dive with technical/research team to fine-tune needs and requirements.
• Facilitate communication between cross-functional team members.
• Manage and monitor project/programme issues and mitigate risks.
• Track, monitor and report project progress to all stakeholders.

Skills

Good business acumen

Proactive team player

Problem-solving

Innovation

Education

Bachelor in any Science & Engineering related disciplines

Job description

Company Description

The ARTC and SIMTech are research institutes under A*STAR. They play pivotal roles in advancing Singapore’s manufacturing capabilities through innovation, collaboration, and talent development. The institute focuses on accelerating the transfer of innovation from applied research to industrial applications, building capabilities through collaboration with industry members in five industry pillars: Aerospace, FMCG and e-commerce, Energy, Land Transport and MedTech.

Job Description

• Project manage medium scale projects and/or programmes under the PMO project lifecycle framework - meeting project scope, schedule & cost requirements.
• Deep dive with technical/ research team to fine‑tune needs, requirements, and expectations of industry partner.
• Facilitate good communication between the cross‑functional team members and foster teamwork.
• Manage and monitor project/ programme issues & mitigate risk.
• Manage and implement project/ programme changes and interventions to achieve project deliverables and mitigate risk.
• Track, monitor and report the progress of the project to all stakeholders and ensure effective communication with industry partner throughout the project life cycle.
• Deliver project outcomes in the defined scope, costs, quality, and timeline.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor in any Science & Engineering related disciplines.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Good business acumen, able to identify business opportunity independently and interact with industry partners confidently.
• Proactive team player and technically motivated to solve problems, innovate and deliver to industry.
• Industry experience in managing product development or research project would be considered for senior position.
• PMP certifications or equivalent will be advantageous.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.