Bukit Batok - Innovative Program Manager (Tuas)

About the Role:

You will be collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that align with our client’s strategic goals.

Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Management:

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of innovation programs, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk assessment, and communication strategies.
• Utilize project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, hybrid) to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Manage project dependencies and proactively address potential roadblocks.
• Track and report on project progress, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Innovation Business System:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of our client’s innovation business system, particularly with the open innovation framework.
• Develop and manage the innovation pipeline, timelines and resources, ensuring a consistent flow of high-potential projects.
• Oversee the prototyping, testing and piloting of new products, solutions and services.

Process Improvement & Best Practices:

• Develop and implement best practices for innovation program management.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in innovation management and open innovation framework.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, science, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, with focus on innovation projects.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, cross-functional projects including open innovation and technology partnerships.
• Experience in system engineering and working for/with system integrator and/or EPC.
• Good understanding of innovation methodologies and best practices.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Experience managing budgets and resources.
• Experience with managing external vendors and partners.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience with Agile or other iterative development methodologies.

Desirable Qualifications:

• PMP or other relevant project management certification.
• Experience in managing programs (not limited to) in one the following areas: industrial automation, chemical industry, water, oil and gas, energy industries.
• Experience with startups ecosystem.

Key Competencies:

• Innovation Management
• Project Management
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Results Orientation