Lead Project Manager at NCS in Singapore, Singapore

companyDescription
NCS is a leading AI Tech Services company. With a 15,000-strong team across the Asia Pacific, NCS scales its platforms and capabilities to provide clients with greater agility and AI expertise across a range of Industries. Embracing a strong ecosystem of global partners, NCS transforms technology services delivery combining AI with digital resilience to drive real business impact. NCS is a subsidiary of the Singtel Group.
jobDescription
The SAP Project Manager is responsible for managing and implementing SAP projects with quality, ensuring defined scope, on-time deliverables, and adherence to processes and standards. The role involves establishing project plans, risk management strategies, milestones, and deliverables in consultation with business users and architects. The Project Manager oversees daily project execution, budget, manpower, and quality while liaising with customers, vendors, and stakeholders. The position also requires team leadership, effective vendor management, and business development support to expand service opportunities.
What will you do:
Establish project plans, risk management plans, milestones, and deliverables with users and architects
Manage project schedules, budgets, manpower, and quality on a daily basis
Define project scope and manage change control mechanisms
Analyse and document requirements across business users and managers
Escalate and discuss issues such as overruns, scope creep, and resource requirements with leadership
Oversee integration of hardware, software, testing, and data conversion components
Monitor critical path activities and adjust schedules to meet deadlines
Manage resources including hardware, software, and human resources within budget
Review project documentation for compliance with standards and customer requirements
Define project resources, conduct performance reviews, and oversee post-implementation evaluations
Negotiate with vendors to secure adequate resources across project phases
Build relationships with users, technical staff, and management to resolve system issues
Manage contracts and subcontractors effectively
Negotiate change requests with customers based on business needs
Communicate project issues and clarifications clearly with customers
Identify expansion or service improvement opportunities and liaise with Account Managers
Participate in pre-sale activities when required
qualifications
The ideal candidate should possess:
Minimum 5 years of SAP project management experience
Minimum 10 years of IT services experience
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Experience in Singapore Public Sector SAP projects
Past experience in full SAP project implementation and SAP application support
Proficient in written and spoken English
Ability to travel as required
Preferred Attributes
Self-motivated with positive attitude and strong problem-solving skills
Excellent presentation, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to lead and maintain respectful and trusting relationships
Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Ability to anticipate and exceed customer expectations
Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and performance management
Professional and/or Technical Certifications
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) (Preferred)
additionalInformation
We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.
Together, we make the extraordinary happen.
Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.
We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.
Together, we make the extraordinary happen.
Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.
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