Sr. Project Manager (Data Engineering & Banking)

RISKDATA CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

RiskData Consulting Pte. Ltd. is seeking a seasoned IT project manager to lead enterprise-level Data Engineering and Banking technology initiatives, ensuring on-time delivery and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor cross-functional teams, collaborate with data architects and business leaders, manage budgets, risks, and stakeholders, and drive roadmaps aligned with business goals.

Qualifications

• 8+ years IT project management experience focused on large-scale Data Engineering solutions.
• Banking/Financial Services domain expertise.
• Proficient in Agile (Scrum/Kanban), SAFe and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Excel and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage scopes, timelines, budgets, and resources for enterprise data initiatives.
• Define roadmaps, architectures, and delivery schedules with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with executive sponsors, tech partners, and vendors.
• Identify and mitigate technical, financial, and operational risks.
• Ensure compliance with banking regulations, data privacy laws, and data governance.
• Own project finances including budgeting, P&L, and forecasting.
• Lead cross-functional Agile/Scrum teams and mentor PMO members.

Skills

IT project management

Agile/Scrum

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

PMP

PMI-ACP

SAFe Agilist

Certified ScrumMaster

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Summary

Manage and lead enterprise-level Data Engineering and Banking technology projects, delivering solutions on time and budget while ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders and mentor teams to drive successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for enterprise Data Engineering and Banking technology initiatives to ensure successful end-to-end delivery
• Collaborate with Data Architects, Data Engineers, and Business Leaders to define project roadmaps, solution architecture strategies, and delivery schedules aligned with business goals
• Serve as the primary liaison between executive business sponsors, technology partners, and third-party vendors to facilitate clear communication and alignment
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, financial, and operational risks proactively to minimize project disruptions
• Ensure all project deliverables comply with banking regulations, data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, local central bank guidelines), and data governance standards
• Own project financials including budget management, profit & loss accountability, financial forecasting, and resource budgeting to maintain fiscal discipline
• Lead and mentor cross-functional Agile/Scrum teams, conduct retrospectives, and support the professional growth of junior project managers and PMO members

Required competencies and certifications

• 8+ years of IT project management experience focused on delivering large-scale Data Engineering solutions such as Data Warehousing, Big Data, Cloud Data Lakes, Snowflake, Databricks, and ETL/ELT
• Deep domain expertise in Banking / Financial Services including Core Banking, Risk Management, Regulatory Reporting, Wealth Management, or Payments
• Expert knowledge of Agile (Scrum/Kanban), SAFe, and traditional Waterfall project management methodologies
• Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Advanced Excel, and BI tools like Power BI or Tableau
• Certifications: PMP, PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist, or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)