Applications Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Applications Project Manager to deliver mission-critical, government-related IT application projects from project initiation through deployment and operational handover (Day 1 / Day 2). This role is for a hands-on delivery PM who owns outcomes, not a PMO or coordination-only profile.

Key Responsibilities • Manage end-to-end delivery of government application projects, including planning, execution, deployment, and post-go-live (Day 2) support • Accountable for schedule, scope, risks, issues, and delivery outcomes • Lead cross-functional technical teams and partners in a regulated government environment • Own deployment planning, cutover activities, and operational readiness • Act as the primary interface with government customers and internal stakeholders • Prepare and present clear project status, risk, and progress reports to management and customers • Deliver projects under tight timelines and regulatory constraints

Mandatory Requirements: Please apply only if you meet the following criteria:

• Cat 2 security cleared by Singapore Government Agencies
• Degree in Engineering (Computer / Telecommunication), Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years work experience and 3 years of relevant Government Applications Projects as Project Manager • Proven experience delivering government-related IT application projects (Day 1 / Day 2)
• Demonstrated ownership of project delivery outcomes, not PMO or reporting-only roles
• Experience managing project teams (5 or more)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for customer and management reporting Professional Competencies • Strong stakeholder and management skills
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships • Self-motivated, structured, and delivery-focused
• Able to work independently while managing multiple priorities in complex environments Technical Experience (Advantageous)
• J2EE-based application solutions and development
• WebSphere / WebLogic Application Servers
• Oracle and/or MSSQL Database Servers Domain Knowledge (Advantageous)
• National ID systems • E-Passports • Biometrics • Smart Cards • Immigration Clearance Systems / Gates Certifications (Advantageous) • CITPM, PMP, PRINCE2 • Agile-related certifications (e.g. Certified Scrum Master) with practical delivery experience