Associate Project Manager

ABB Inc; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 650,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Sweden is seeking an Associate Project Manager to lead smaller projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and to quality standards. You will coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders, driving collaboration and continuous improvement in project execution.

You will develop schedules, monitor progress and risks, manage resources, and support effective communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Fluency in Swedish and English, written and spoken.
• Strong planning, organizational, and coordination skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and coordinate activities to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Monitor progress, resource utilization, and financial performance; manage risks and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain project schedules; identify and mitigate schedule risks.

Skills

Bilingual Swedish/English

Leadership potential

Planning & coordination

Stakeholder collaboration

Budget & schedule management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Business Administration / Project Management

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.

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Your Role And Responsibilities

Are you an ambitious and driven professional looking to build a successful career in project management? We are seeking an Associate Project Manager who is eager to take ownership, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead smaller projects from initiation to completion, ensuring deliverables are achieved on time, within budget, and according to agreed quality standards. You will work in a collaborative environment where learning, development, and continuous improvement are encouraged. We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating results through teamwork and who enjoys coordinating people, activities, and resources to achieve common goals.

As an Associate Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the execution of projects with lower complexity while ensuring all activities are carried out in accordance with applicable procedures, regulations, standards, and project objectives.

• Leading and coordinating the project team assigned to the project.
• Monitoring and controlling project progress, resource utilization, and financial performance.
• Developing and maintaining project schedules while proactively identifying and mitigating schedule risks.
• Identifying, assessing, and managing project risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders.
• Ensuring project deliverables meet agreed quality, scope, cost, and timeline requirements.
• Driving project closure activities, including formal project acceptance, contract close-out, and customer acknowledgment in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Contributing to continuous improvements in project execution and ways of working.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project and business needs.

Your background

To be successful in this role, we believe you have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or another relevant field.
• Fluency in both Swedish and English, written and spoken.
• A strong interest in project management and a desire to develop as a leader.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and coordination skills.
• The ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach, with the ability to take ownership and drive tasks forward.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt your message to different audiences.
• A structured and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to a supportive team environment.

More about us

You will be part of the Ports business line within the Marine and Ports division that is specialized in advanced automation and information systems for all types of container and bulk cargo handling cranes, as well as OCR and electrical systems for container terminals. We offer an international and dynamic working environment where our business delivers advanced technology on large projects across the world in a customer oriented and highly globalized industry.

Recruiting Manager: Joel Eklund, [phone], will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Johan Halling, [phone], Unionen: Pär Ångbäck, [phone], Ledarna: Olof Kvensler, [phone]. Talent Partner: Anna Nordlund

Last day to apply is December 6, 2026.

Please note that the interview process is ongoing.

Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.

Ready to make an impact?

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.