Location: Kuala-Lumpur, Malaysia

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

Thales established its presence in Malaysia in 1981 and is currently a strategic partner to key customers involved in the primary businesses of defence and security, aerospace, and cybersecurity and digital identity. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Thales has played an instrumental part in supporting Malaysia’s defence ecosystem in addition to delivering advanced solutions over the last 40 years. Committed to local collaborations, Thales works closely with Malaysian businesses and goverment sectors to provide cutting-edge systems and solutions that ensure safety, security, and readiness for the future.

The Project Manager is responsible for the technical/programmatic and budgetary aspects of the project and must:

Ensure smooth transition from offer to project and contribute to the preparation, organisation and validation of the project launch:

Establish and update the original references of the project in collaboration with the Bid Manager.Set up and update execution references (project structuring, description of work package sheets, partner and supplier contract data, project plans, financial structure, budget and costs, planning).Set up and update justification references (risks provisions, strategy, profitability).Initialise the project: identify key project stakeholders, build the project team, set up structuring activities, start project management activities, identify, and allocate project entry requirements.Manage the financial aspects of the acquisition strategy: "Make or Buy" strategy, consult and negotiate with suppliers, contract, execute and close the contract.Lead to the project launch review by involving all stakeholders: composition of the project team, Project Management Plan and associated documents (WBS, OBS, schedule, budget allocations...), industrial scenario, project charter, team charter, etc.

Carry out, manage and control the project:

Launch work packages.Manage the project and ensure compliance with stakeholder commitments, while controlling risks and opportunities.Control requirements, deadlines and financial aspects throughout the duration of the project.Be responsible for the project quality and the overall customer and stakeholder satisfaction.Manage legal and contractual obligations and master litigation.Carry out project reporting and phase review meetings.Manage the project closure by capitalising and sharing on the experience acquired.

Requirements:

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Project Management or other suitable discipline.At least 3 years of project management experience in a multi-national enterprise organisationProven and effective leadership with a high level of interpersonal and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to manage multi-disciplinary/multi-cultural teams across geographies and time zones.Exceptional written communication skills including authoring content and editing.Basic project finance understanding.Strong internal stakeholder management in a matrix organization.Strong customer focus and external relationship management.PMP Certification or equivalent (e.g. IPMA) will be an additional advantage.

Desired Qualities

Organised and analytical, adept at working in a team environment and able to handle multiple priorities.Self-motivated and comfortable in the dynamic atmosphere of a technical organization with a rapidly expanding customer base and new productsAbility to navigate complexity and ambiguity to make informed project decisions.Excellent negotiation, collaborative, interpersonal & time management skillsAbility to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities is essentialResults-oriented, autonomous and proactive

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