Junior Project Manager

Trisilco specializes in regulatory compliance solutions for the banking & financial services industry. We provide software and implementation services to over 30 banking institutions in Malaysia. Join our team and gain a valuable opportunity to grow your career in the field of financial IT solutions.

At Trisilco, you will be immersed in an environment where people with energy, creativity, and commitment work together as team leaders and team players to fulfil ambitious goals. You will be expected to work to the highest standards of professional excellence and integrity. Cooperation is a precondition for success in such a team, but you must also be capable of taking your own initiative.

Role Description

We are seeking talented Project Managers to join our team and lead the successful delivery of software projects using a combined approach of CMMI practices and Agile methodologies. You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet all quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage software development projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Manage project risks and issues proactively.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and clients.
• Monitor and report project progress against baselines.
• Ensure adherence to CMMI best practices for process improvement.
• Implement Agile practices tailored to the specific project needs.
• Conduct project retrospectives and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Prepare and present project status reports to senior management and clients on a regular basis.
• The candidate is required to contribute to process improvement initiatives and plays a consultative role to put ensure best practices, tools, and processes for the organization.
• Work under the guidance of a Senior Project Manager on assigned projects.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and budgeting activities.
• Track project progress and identify potential risks and issues.
• Facilitate team meetings and maintain project documentation.
• Learn and apply CMMI practices to improve project processes.
• The ideal candidate must also possess the following skills: –
  • A team player by ensuring that team stays engaged, thus makes meaningful contributions to the project and must be able to support/ assist team development.
  • Act as a problem solver by removing roadblocks and resolving conflicts in the team.
  • Highly organized and ability to multitask – where one must be able to prioritize critical tasks while keeping others on track.
  • Continuously updating knowledge and skills related to project management tools, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Organizing and maintaining project-related documentation, both physical and electronic, in a structured manner.
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills is required especially when dealing with both business and IT individuals at all levels.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking especially when working with complex requirements and deliverables.
  • Highly proactive, with the ability to act fast, quick in handling issues during prints/daily stand-ups and always planning or preparing what lies ahead.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent related to Computer Science, Project Management or Information Technology.
• Experience or knowledge in Agile and waterfall project management principles.
• Strong understanding and able to demonstrate the use of the appropriate tools for Project Management (i.e. Microsoft Project).
• 2-4 years of experience in project management, with some experience in software development projects.
• Working knowledge of CMMI principles and Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban preferred).
• Strong understanding of project management fundamentals (PMP certification a plus).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.