Associate Project Manager

Abb Holdings Inc; Al Khobar; Hybrid; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

ABB seeks a Project Engineer to lead project teams in Automation & Electrical Engineering projects primarily in Saudi Arabia, with responsibilities across scheduling, risk management, procurement, and contract close-out. The role combines onsite and ABB office work in a hybrid model, with key stakeholders in the Mining & Materials sector across the GCC.

You will coordinate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance with procedures and standards, and drive project deliverables to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Instrumentation/Electronics/Automation Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in Project Engineering/Project Management in Automation & Electrical Engineering Projects.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Proficient in project scheduling, progress monitoring and procurement tools.
• Strong Arabic/English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team allocated to the project.
• Prepare BOM and support procurement.
• Monitor and control project progress, resources, and financials.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities.
• Drive formal acceptance, contract close-out, and customer acknowledgment.

Skills

Project Management

Scheduling

Risk Management

Procurement Tools

Arabic & English communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical/Instrumentation/Electronics/Automation Engineering

PMP Certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

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:

ME Operation Manager

Your role and responsibilities:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the execution of extra small, small and medium size projects. 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, coordinate with all stake holders, deliver contracted deliverables and meet the committed project result.

The work model for the role is Hybrid - Onsite and ABB office

This role is contributing to the Automation Business Area, Process Industries Division, Mining & Materials Business Line Primarily in Saudi Arabia and extended to other GCC countries . Main stakeholders are Mining & Cements manufacturers.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Leading the project team allocated to the project.
• Prepare BOM and support procurement
• 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.

Our team dynamics (Optional)

You will join a high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role :

• You are highly skilled in and enjoy working with Project Management Tools and methodologies in Automation & Electrical Engineering Projects in Process Industries sector.
• Ability to demonstrate your experience in / Have established skills / advanced skills / You have 5 years of experience in Project Engineering . Associate Project Management / Project Management field
• Possess an enhanced knowledge of / You are qualified in / Highly adept in project scheduling, Progress monitoring & Procurement Tools
• You are passionate about / you are captured by / you are innovative around using latest tools, Perform risk assessment & Opportunity capture
• Degree in Electrical / Instrumentation / Electronics / Automation Engineering / Have a demonstrated track record in / Extensive knowledge of / Proven experience in Electrical / Automation Projects
• You are at ease communicating in Arabic / English
• Preferably PMP Certification

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.

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