Project Manager - Electrification Distribution Solutions

About the role

ABB is looking for a Project Manager in Abu Dhabi to lead the execution of medium-size projects within its Electrification Distribution Solutions business. The role reports to the Project Operations Manager and works on-site. It contributes to the Electrification Distribution Solutions area, with main stakeholders being end users, contractors and consultants outside ABB, as well as local units and factories inside ABB.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the project team, set the project execution approach and oversee planning, monitoring and control of internal and external resources.
• Monitor project progress, resource utilization and project financials, and ensure the project follows best practices and ABB policies.
• Identify, qualify and quantify project risks and pursue opportunities.
• Drive formal acceptance, contract close-out and customer acknowledgment in line with the contract.
• Apply earned value methods to manage the critical path and project float, and use scheduling techniques to proactively manage schedule risks and protect on-time delivery.

Required profile

• At least 10 years of project management experience, with a strong track record of leading teams, managing stakeholders and achieving project objectives.
• Highly skilled in project management methodologies and tools, able to handle complex projects and coordinate diverse stakeholders.
• Passionate about leading teams and driving results through effective communication, collaboration and problem solving.
• Master's degree in engineering.
• Fluent English.