Project Manager

ABB; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Canada seeks a Project Manager to lead electrification projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget and HSE targets are met. The role reports to the Project Management Manager and operates in a hybrid model in Quebec, coordinating with internal and external teams.

You will build stakeholder relationships, manage risk, drive QA/QC, and ensure contract acceptance. Fluency in French is mandatory; English is required for cross‑border communication.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in project management dealing with medium complexity electrification projects.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar with knowledge of electrical distribution systems.
• Knowledge of SAP, MS Projects, MS Office, SFDC and Empower platforms.
• PMP certification is an asset.
• Proficiency in French is mandatory, English for interprovincial communication.

Responsibilities

• Leading projects, establishing execution approach, and overseeing planning, monitoring and control activities for internal and external resources.
• Monitoring and controlling project progress, resource utilization, and project financials.
• Identifying and managing project risk and opportunities.
• Driving formal acceptance of the project, contract close-out and customer acknowledgment.
• Participating in continuous improvement of Project Management processes, tools, and templates.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with project stakeholders through effective communication and collaboration.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Risk management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

SAP

MS Projects

MS Office

SFDC

Empower

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.

This Position reports to:

Project Management Manager

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the execution of projects within the Canadian ABB Electrification Business. Each day, you will ensure that all related activities are executed in accordance with procedures, regulations, standards, specifications and targets. In this role, you will establish the approach, oversee the handover, plan and monitor/control project activities. Your responsibilities include meeting the project contractual scope/agreement, financial targets, quality standards, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements, and schedule commitments.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid

This role is contributing to the ABB Electrification Business

Responsibilities:

• Leading projects, establishing the project execution approach, and overseeing planning, monitoring and control activities for internal and external resources to accomplish all project goals.
• Monitoring and controlling project progress, efficient resource utilization, and project financials.
• Identifying, qualifying, quantifying, managing project risk, and ensuring all opportunities are identified and pursued.
• Driving the formal acceptance of the project, contract close-out, and acknowledgment by the customer, all in accordance with the contract.
• Participating in continuous improvement of Project Management processes, tools, and templates.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with project stakeholders through effective communication and collaboration.

Qualifications:

• 8 years of experience in project management dealing with medium complexity electrification projects.
• Demonstrated experience in management of project scope, financials, schedules, customers, vendors/subcontractors with strong, well-developed communication, influencing and coaching skills.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar with sound knowledge of electrical distribution systems – Low/Med Voltage AC SwitchGear, MCCs, Transformers, Switchboards, Panelboards and ATS
• Knowledge of SAP, MS Projects, MS Office applications, SFDC and Empower platforms.
• PMP certification is an asset.
• Proficiency in French is mandatory, as well as English in order to communicate effectively with internal clients and partners located outside of Quebec.

Why ABB?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals.

Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

#ABBCareers

#RunwithABB

#Runwhatrunstheworld

This job posting is also available in French under the title ( Gestionnaire de projet )

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

• 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.