Assistant Project Manager – Engineering

Role Introduction Reports to: Application Manager Join Cathay as an Assistant Project Manager in our Information Technology Department. You will oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional outcomes within the Engineering Solution Centre. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for project management and commercial solutions, we want to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of our journey to deliver exceptional solutions. Thrive in a dynamic and agile environment that embraces AI and cutting‑edge technologies. Our culture fosters teamwork and progressive thinking, while our internal mobility program offers diverse career opportunities. Leverage your expertise to lead technical delivery in the Engineering Solution Centre, ensuring we deliver on our brand promise and drive organizational success together with our diverse Engineering teams around the world. Key Responsibilities Plan, direct, and coordinate all IT project activities to achieve project objectives within established timelines and budget constraints. Develop and implement standardized project management practices, ensuring compliance across all project phases. Review project proposals to assess timelines, funding limitations, and procedural requirements, negotiating staffing needs for various project stages. Coach, mentor, and motivate project team members and subcontractors, fostering accountability and positive action in their roles. Provide strategic guidance on project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) based on project requirements and organizational context, securing approval and funding from governance bodies. Collaborate with the Project Practice Manager to enhance project management practices across all IT initiatives. Leverage project planning and management techniques to gain a competitive advantage for the organization. Partner with Application Managers, Business Solution Leads, and Infrastructure Managers to drive innovation and align IT solutions business objectives. Collaborate with the Enterprise Testing team to establish quality assurance testing plans that comply with company standards. Stay informed about emerging technologies and project management trends, proactively communicating their relevance to enhance IT capabilities and meet business needs. Requirements A minimum of 6 years of IT experience, with at least 3 years in a project management role. PMP certification is mandatory. Proven consulting experience in project management across complex, multi‑system environments. Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in a relevant field are essential. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high‑quality standards. Strong knowledge of project and programme delivery, portfolio management, change management, infrastructure development, vendor management, and financial management. Familiarity with hardware and system software, along with experience in package implementation and vendor collaboration, is advantageous. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and effectively. Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. A commitment to staying current with industry best practices and technological advancements relevant to project management. Experience working with agile delivery frameworks such as Scrum or Kanban, including tailoring working practices and planning approaches to suit project and programme requirements. Personal & Application Information Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our Applicant Personal Information Collection Statement and for recruitment purposes only. Candidates not notified within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful. We keep records of your data for no longer than is necessary for the purpose for which we obtained them and any other permitted linked purposes. If your application is unsuccessful, we will keep your details on file for as long as is necessary to process your application or for the purposes of further job opportunities if you agree to such longer periods. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Project Management and Information Technology Industries Airlines and Aviation #J-18808-Ljbffr