At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage impactful projects in a dynamic environment.
- Company: ABB, a top employer committed to inclusivity and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible benefits, and generous leave policies.
- Other info: Join a supportive team that values collaboration and continuous learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while shaping the future of industries.
- Qualifications: 10 years of project management experience and electrical engineering knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
This position reports to: Projects Operations Manager.
In this role you will lead the execution of medium-size and/or complex to large projects for ABB’s Motion Division and ensure 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. You will support local management in overseeing team development and process improvement to continually increase the effectiveness of project execution, especially in smaller units. You will take 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.
Qualifications for the Role
- 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 prioritise.
- Independent self-starter.
- English fluency required.
Benefits
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.
For the 6th consecutive year ABB UK has been recognised as a Top Employer in UK. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organisation’s dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent HR policies and people practices.
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. Run What Runs the World.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. 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.
Senior Project Manager employer: ABB
At ABB, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer that empowers our employees to lead and grow within a collaborative and innovative work culture. With a strong commitment to employee development, competitive benefits, and a focus on making a real impact in the world, working as a Senior Project Manager here means you will be part of a team that values your unique contributions while providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join us in Daresbury or Coalville and help shape a cleaner, smarter future.
