Digital Project Manager

ABB; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Oakville, Ontario, is seeking a seasoned project manager to lead digital transformation initiatives with low to mid complexity, ensuring alignment with procedures and governance. The role combines planning, execution, and measurable outcomes, with a hybrid work model (3 days onsite).

Responsibilities include driving end-to-end delivery, owning P&L, managing budgets, risks, and stakeholder engagement while delivering value through software, analytics, and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant professional experience in PM, software, industrial automation, or building automation environments.
• PMP certification or formal project management training is considered an asset.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to meet with customers and support project execution.
• Previous experience in software development, building automation, or a related technology-driven environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end execution of digital transformation projects from planning through deployment and value realization.
• Own project P&L, including revenue, cost management, margin performance, invoicing, and cash flow.
• Deliver projects safely, on time, on budget, and in compliance with cybersecurity, quality, and ABB governance standards.
• Lead cross-functional global teams and optimize resource utilization to improve delivery efficiency and profitability.
• Manage customer relationships, stakeholder engagement, contract execution, risk mitigation, and change management.
• Ensure realization of customer business benefits such as increased throughput, reduced energy consumption, improved reliability, and lower maintenance costs.
• Promote standardized digital delivery methodologies, automation, and continuous improvement to enhance scalability and margins.
• Support growth of recurring digital revenue through software, services, and lifecycle support offerings.

Skills

Project management

Software development

Industrial automation

Building automation

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering or related

Job description

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.

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the execution of small projects with low complexity.

Each day, you will ensure that all related activities are executed in accordance with procedures, regulations, standards, specifications and targets.

You will also showcase your expertise by defining and applying basic project scheduling techniques to manage schedule risks proactively.

Hybrid . 3 days per week

Lead the successful execution of digital projects, including APC, APM, Genix, Industrial AI, Analytics, and EMS solutions, delivering measurable customer outcomes while achieving revenue, margin, and operational targets.

Key Responsabilities :

• Drive end-to-end execution of digital transformation projects from planning through deployment and value realization.
• Own project P&L, including revenue, cost management, margin performance, invoicing, and cash flow.
• Deliver projects safely, on time, on budget, and in compliance with cybersecurity, quality, and ABB governance standards.
• Lead cross-functional global teams and optimize resource utilization to improve delivery efficiency and profitability.
• Manage customer relationships, stakeholder engagement, contract execution, risk mitigation, and change management.
• Ensure realization of customer business benefits such as increased throughput, reduced energy consumption, improved reliability, and lower maintenance costs.
• Promote standardized digital delivery methodologies, automation, and continuous improvement to enhance scalability and margins.
• Support growth of recurring digital revenue through software, services, and lifecycle support offerings.

Qualitifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in project management, software, industrial automation, or building automation environments.
• PMP certification or formal project management training is considered an asset.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to meet with customers and support project execution.
• Previous experience in software development, building automation, or a related technology-driven environment is highly desirable.

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

• Women
• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.