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Program Manager

Job Purpose

The Program Manager act as the main point of contact Customer, managing all communications, status updates, and program-related inquiries for both refurbishment and maintenance projects. Define project scope, objectives, and success metrics in close collaboration and align cross-functional teams to meet these objectives. Develop, track, and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycles. 

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a key channel of communication for customers and act as an escalation point in the event of customer issues.
  • Handle customer inquiries and coordinate cross-functional responses and resolutions.
  • Organize internal meetings and discussions to address issues impacting program deliverables.
  • Monitor project progress, help resolve issues, and keep stakeholders informed.
  • Lead overall Project Management.
  • Act as liaison during customer visits.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and security standards throughout the project lifecycles.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

Qualifications & Work Experience

  • Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Program Management, or a related field
  • Minimum of 5 years in technical program management, project management, engineering or operations, preferably within automotive, aerospace or manufacturing environments
  • Led and managed multiple complex technical programs, overseeing project planning, resource allocation, budgeting, and timeline tracking. 
  • Developed and maintained project roadmaps and schedules, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal goals.
  • Implemented Agile and Lean methodologies to streamline project workflows, reduce waste, and improve efficiency across cross-functional teams.
  • Customer Relationship Management 

Skills

  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall)  
  • Experience managing complex technical programs 
  • Familiarity with technical drawings, engineering specifications, and quality control standards. 
  • Demonstrated experience building and managing key customer relationships, with a focus on aligning deliverables to customer expectations 
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze program performance data and drive continuous improvement 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with cross-functional teams and customers. 
  • Strong organizational skills, with a proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
  • Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies would be an added advantage.  

About SMRT Corporation

SMRT Corporation Ltd (SMRT) is a public transport services provider. Our primary business is to manage and operate train services on the North-South Line, the East-West Line, the Circle Line, the new Thomson East-Coast Line and the Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit. This is complemented by our bus, taxi and private hire vehicle services. 

An exciting and rewarding career is waiting for you at SMRT. Join us and embark on a journey that matters. You Matter – we take care of you and your well-being. Your Work Matters – your ideas and contributions work towards building the future of our transport system and create positive impacts to the community. Your Development Matters – we offer diverse careers and learning opportunities for our people to grow you to the fullest of your potential.

Come onboard the SMRT journey today.

Vision
Moving People. Enhancing Lifestyles

Core Values
Respect, Integrity, Safety & Service, Excellence

 

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