Project Manager (Engineering and Material Science)
Nanyang Technological University Singapore Singapore, Singapore
Education Administration Programs · 501-1,000 employees
About the role
The Project Manager will lead the full lifecycle of multidisciplinary research projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring. They are responsible for coordinating with stakeholders, managing project finances, and ensuring compliance with funding agreements and university policies.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Engineering or Materials Science, with a postgraduate qualification being advantageous. A minimum of 6-8 years of project management experience in a research or academic environment is required, along with proficiency in project management software.
Full description
NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory is a collaboration between Nanofilm Technologies International Limited (“Nanofilm”, “NTI”), Nanyang Technological University (“NTU”) and supported by Singapore under RIE2025. The Laboratory’s objective is to propel Innovation and Technologies commercialisation through NTU’s innovation and NTI’s deep technology. NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory aligns with Singapore’s RIE2025 handbook – which emphasises the nation’s commitment to research and innovation, aiming to drive economic growth and address national challenges.
The Nanyang Technological University NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory is looking for a Project Manager to support the delivery of co-funded multidisciplinary research projects across the laboratory.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the full project lifecycle from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring and closeout.
- Develop and maintain project plans, Gantt charts, milestones, resource schedules and reporting timelines.
- Monitor project progress and expenditure, including planned-versus-actual analysis, and coordinate corrective actions where necessary.
- Coordinate with funding agencies, industry partners, University administration, principal investigators, researchers, engineers, suppliers and collaborators.
- Prepare project status reports, progress updates and financial summaries for different stakeholder and governance requirements.
- Identify and mitigate project risks, manage issues proactively and escalate significant matters appropriately.
- Support grant administration and ensure compliance with funding agreements, funding agency guidelines and University policies.
Job Requirements:
- MSc and/or Degree in Engineering or Materials Science; a relevant postgraduate qualification would be advantageous.
- At least 6-8 years of project management experience, preferably in a research, academic or multi-stakeholder environment.
- CAPM or PMP training or certification, with active certification preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent tools such as Smartsheet, Primavera P6 or ProjectLibre, as well as Microsoft Office.
- Experience applying waterfall, agile or hybrid project management methodologies to research-driven projects.
- Strong stakeholder management, analytical, reporting and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English and Mandarin to communicate with suppliers, partners and stakeholders.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU
