JOB DESCRIPTION

• Lead and manage large‑scale programmes under the PMO Project Lifecycle Management (PLCM) framework, ensuring delivery to scope, schedule, cost, quality and deployment readiness.
• Deep‑dive with technical/research teams to refine industry needs and translate them into clear requirements, milestones, acceptance criteria and delivery plans.
• Drive end‑to‑end delivery governance: establish delivery cadence, manage change interventions, and ensure timely escalation.
• Manage critical vendors/system integrators (where relevant) and ensure delivery meets project requirements and compliance expectations.
• Own programme governance and risk management: monitor, mitigate, and resolve delivery risks; implement risk and issue management practices to maintain delivery health.
• Support steering / leadership forums with clear, evidence‑based recommendations on priorities, trade‑offs, intervention needs and decision options.
• Set and enforce delivery standards (templates, checklists, quality gates) to reduce delivery variability and improve repeatability across the programme.
• Serve as the primary interface for stakeholder environments (industry partners, internal functions, and—where applicable—public agencies), ensuring effective communications across the programme lifecycle.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and alignment toward a common goal; anticipate misalignments and drive closure through structured decision‑making.
• Mentor and coach junior project managers/project engineers; uplift PM discipline and delivery practice across the team through structured reviews and best‑practice sharing.
• To operate as a programme leader to foster teamwork, motivate personnel, and drive continuous improvement in delivery methods and governance.
• Ensure project documentation and reporting are relevant, accurate, complete, and compliant with PLCM and grant management expectations; maintain audit‑ready records.
• Contribute to PLCM process improvements and guide teams in using project/programme tools and governance processes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering / science / industrial & systems / manufacturing‑related disciplines
• Minimum 10 years of technical/project/programme management experience in Aerospace MRO-related industries, including delivery of advanced technology / product / manufacturing deployment projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing large‑scale projects or multi‑project programmes, from initiation to execution, and meeting programme KPI requirements.
• Proven track record in MRO, manufacturing and production technology environments (e.g., manufacturing/MRO processes, automation, industry 4.0).
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication across seniority levels; able to translate delivery progress into outcomes, risks, and mitigation options for leadership decision‑making.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams, mentor junior PMs, and drive delivery improvements through standards and governance.
• PMP and Agile certifications; Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is advantageous.

MetaQuest (MQ) is a premier Science enrichment learning brand under The Write Connection Group in Singapore, delivering structured programmes for Primary 3 to 6 students.

Our programmes utilise an effective experiment-based pedagogy to help students achieve breakthroughs in their understanding and performance in Science. Lessons are conducted both in-centre and online, incorporating live teacher demonstrations, guided discussions, and hands-on experiments to engage students meaningfully.

About the role

We are looking for a Head of Science (Primary) to build and subsequently lead a high-quality P3 to P6 Science programme.

This role goes beyond teaching. You will shape the programme structure, strengthen curriculum and delivery, and later on, build teaching capability to ensure consistent student outcomes across centres.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and refine the P3–P6 science curriculum, ensuring alignment with MOE syllabus and PSLE requirements
• Develop structured teaching approaches to ensure consistent lesson delivery
• Monitor student progress and continuously improve programme outcomes
• Engage parents through clear communication on student development
• Support trial classes and contribute to enrolment growth
• Teach 4–6 classes per week, including at least 1 weekend, with teaching load adjusted as the teaching team expands
• Hire and train teachers to deliver high-quality lessons

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Science or related field (MOE/NIE-trained preferred)
• Minimum 5–8 years of teaching experience in primary science
• Clear and structured teaching style with strong concept explanation
• Strong track record of helping students improve and perform
• Experience in curriculum development, mentoring, or academic leadership is advantageous
• Someone who has taken initiative to improve teaching practices, curriculum, or student outcomes beyond their own classroom
• Comfortable operating in a programme-building environment and taking ownership

Why Join us:

• Opportunity to shape and lead a growing science programme
• Autonomy to implement ideas and build systems
• Small class sizes (up to 12) with focus on quality teaching

Staff Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical and Dental benefits
• Birthday and Marriage leave
• Flexi Leave upon completing 1 year of service.
• Monthly Birthday celebration
• Team Bonding Activities
• Exclusive Staff discount for TWC/ MQ lessons
• Exclusive Staff discounts with various participating merchants

Financial Strategic Oversight for Research and Innovation Funds and Grants:

· Assist the Research and Innovation Director and Deputy Director to oversee and manage RIO's finances and funds/ grants

· Provide strategic financial analysis and recommendations to support senior management decision-making

· Monitor utilization and project cashflow to optimize resource management for various research and innovation initiatives

· Develop funding proposals for strategic grants and/or initiatives

Fund Management for Grants:

· Manage the NMRC Centre Grant (CG) funds, including coordinating with Research and Innovation Programmes, Peaks and Enablers

· Work with investigators to prepare project costings and budgets

· Track hiring requisitions for research/innovation-funded positions

· Monitor and ensure compliance with grant terms and conditions

Stakeholder Management and Leadership:

· Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Investigators, innovators, Programmes/Peaks/Enablers, HR and Finance)

· Manage relationships and liaise with Organisations's Office of Research and external funding agencies

· Supervise and mentor a team of executives in fund management

Administrative Oversight:

· Review purchase requisitions and claims

· Ensure compliance with institutional guidelines and funding regulations

· Coordinate implementation of systems and policies

Requirements

• Min Degree in Business or Finance or related discipline
• Min 6 years experience in research grants and/or fund management

Interested applicants, please email your updated CV to rachel.lim@recruitexpress.com.sg or WA 97527630 for more information.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EA Personnel No: R23116144

EA Personnel Name: Lim Ruo Yi, Rachel

Company EA license No.: Recruit Express Pte Ltd (99C4599)