Senior Project Manager
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Projects Operations Manager
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In this role you will leads the execution of medium\-size and/or complex to large projects for ABB’s Motion Division and ensures that all related activities are performed in accordance with ABB policy, relevant cybersecurity regulations and standards, contractual agreements, quality standards, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements, financial targets, and schedule commitments. Supports (when required) the local management in overseeing team development and process improvement to continually increase the effectiveness of project execution, especially in smaller units. Takes accountability for a portfolio of projects.
Our Team Dynamics
Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters \- because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.
What’s in it for you?
We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.
Your Role and Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.
*Work model: Homebased with travel to Daresbury and Coalville*
- Leads project teams by setting direction, allocating tasks, and motivating internal and external resources to achieve milestones.
- Provides oversight and performance feedback for all project resources.
- Develops and manages project plans, including scope, schedules, financials, and risk management.
- Ensures projects follow best practices and ABB policies while monitoring progress, resource utilisation, and overall performance.
- Manages project financials, including invoicing, costs, expenses, and cash flow.
- Identifies and manages risks and opportunities, attends key client meetings and FATs, and captures lessons learned.
- Oversees contract, claims, procurement, and project close\-out, ensuring customer acceptance and compliance with agreements.
- Acts as the main customer contact, maintaining stakeholder relationships and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies.
- Electrical Engineering Qualification or significant industry experience, preferably with a knowledge of Motors and Variable Speed Drives.
- 10 years of Project Management Experience
- Project Manager Certification
- Microsoft Project and Excel proficiency; SAP skills would be a plus
- Team building skills and established Project Team leadership experience
- Autonomous leadership and ability to prioritize
- Independent self\-starter
- English fluency required
ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Competitive contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)
- Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships \& access to projects globally
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Generous employee referral scheme
- Private medical cover
- Generous bonus scheme
More about us
ABB Motion provides pioneering technology, products, solutions and related services to industrial customers to increase energy efficiency, improve safety and reliability, and maintain precise control over processes. The portfolio includes motors, generators and drives for a wide range of applications in all industrial sectors.
Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world.
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Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
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