Project Manager_ Abu Dhabi UAE

ABB; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Project Manager to lead medium-sized projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of project management experience and a strong background in drives. Responsibilities include project execution, risk management, and team leadership. Candidates with PMP certification and fluency in English will stand out. This role offers opportunities for growth and impact.

Benefits

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of experience in project management.
• Experience in Drives and motor knowledge; preferably in drives.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of medium-size projects based on ABB policy.
• Monitor and control projects for progress and resource utilization.
• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation Skills

Contract Management

Financial & Commercial Background

English fluency

Arabic speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PMP Certification

Job description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to :

Lead Business Area Manager

Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you will be working as a Project Manager and will be the part of Motion Business Area for Service Division based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. In this role you will be responsible for leading the execution of medium-size projects and ensure that all related activities are performed in accordance with ABB policy, relevant cyber security regulations and standards, contractual agreements, quality standards, health, safety & environment requirements, financial targets, and schedule commitments.

• Work model : {onsite}
• Abide with ABB safety and integrity guidelines with zero tolerance and Live ABB value, lead the execution of orders, medium size to moderately complex projects and ensure that all related activities are performed in accordance with ABB policy, contractual agreements, quality standards, health, safety & environment requirements, financial targets, as well as schedule commitments.
• Lead the project team, establish the project execution approach and oversee project hand-over, execution planning, and monitor and control activities for both internal and external resources to accomplish all project goals. Define, jointly with business controlling all project / orders plan documents, including scope and financial plans, schedule and risk management plans.
• Ensure that the project / orders follow execution best practices and ABB policies and monitor and control projects / orders progress and efficient resource utilization, project financials, overseeing project invoicing status, cost, expenses and cash flow.
• Identify, qualify, quantify and manage project risks, and ensure that all opportunities are identified and pursued. Capture, analyze and share lessons learned throughout the project and ensure that the project / order is formally closed out, as contractually agreed and drive the formal acceptance of the project, contract close-out and its acknowledgement by the customer.
• Ensure that the project consistently applies contract and claims management, in accordance with ABB policies and contractual agreements.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain Management, and successfully procure all required services, materials and equipment for the project

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.

Qualifications for the Role

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably electrical) and PMP Certification.
• 8 to 10 years plus experience in project Management.
• Experience in Drives and motor knowledge preferably drives, Strong negotiation skills / Contract Management Financial & Commercial background will be a plus.
• Fluency in English language. Arabic speaking will be an added advantage for this position

What's in it for you?

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You'll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn't just matter, it moves things forward

Benefits

ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.

Contribute to a collective vision. This is where progress takes flight, teams turn ideas into impact, and we define what's next. Run What Runs the World.

EVP Hashtags

#ABBCareers

#RunwithABB

#Runwhatrunstheworld

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.