Project manager, production investments projects

BlackBerry Inc.; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Motion High Power (MOHP) Division in Västerås seeks a Project Manager to lead mid-size to large investment projects from kick-off to close-out, ensuring quality, budget and schedules. You will manage resources, risks and coordinate with suppliers and stakeholders while driving improvements.

We expect 3+ years of industrial project management experience, a mechanical engineering degree, and fluency in Swedish and English. On-site role with strong collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of solid experience in project management and industrial investments – ideally including customized machinery equipment in combination with automation solutions.
• Strong passion for investment and industrialization projects and capability of handling multiple projects (~2-3) in parallel.
• Significant knowledge of project planning (e.g. MS Project, WBS Scheduler), cost follow-up and budgeting (e.g. SAP), RFQ processes, supplier negotiations, stakeholder communication, and risk management.
• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or other relevant post-secondary education, with a proven ability to deliver results in technical project environments.
• Excellent communication skills in both Swedish and English, written and spoken.
• Driver’s license B.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver mid-size to large scale investment projects about 5-25 million SEK, ensuring quality, budget, and time targets are met.
• Manage project resources and risks in an effective, transparent and professional manner.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in the field of project execution, by sharing knowledge and driving defined improvement activities.
• Represent the project in internal and external forums, including inspection/verification activities at supplier, stakeholder meetings, and formal project close-out.

Skills

Project management

Industrial investments

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Project

WBS Scheduler

SAP

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:Production Engineering Manager__Are you a proven leader with a passion for driving industrial investment projects from concept to completion? We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Project Manager to join our MOHP Operations team in Västerås. In this role, you’ll lead strategically important Manufacturing investment projects that support our continued growth, operational excellence, and long-term competitiveness. This is an extension of our Project Management team, and you will work alongside Project Management colleagues (employees and consultants) that are experienced in our production and project execution processes.You’ll take full ownership of project execution – from Gate 0 Project kick-off to Gate 6 Project close-out, ensuring optimized solutions are reaching our Manufacturing unit in smooth handover while securing compliance with internal standards, timelines, and budget. To succeed in this role, you bring first-hand experience from industrial project management, including machinery investments and infrastructure-related installations (e.g. electricity, ventilation, construction). You enjoy working close to operations and confidently navigating project risks- technical and commercial.You will be mainly accountable for:Lead and deliver mid-size to large scale investment projects about 5-25 milion sek, ensuring quality, budget, and time targets are met.Manage project resources and risks in an effective, transparent and professional manner.Contribute to continuous improvement in the field of project execution, by sharing knowledge and driving defined improvement activities.Represent the project in internal and external forums, including inspection/verification activities at supplier, stakeholder meetings, and formal project close-out.You are located in Västerås on our production site on Finnslätten. Since you are a part of the production and have projects going on this in an on-site employment.Qualifications for the roleAt least 3 years of solid experience in project management and industrial investments – ideally including customized machinery equipment in combination with automation solutions.Strong passion for investment and industrialization projects and capability of handling multiple projects (~2-3) in parallel.Significant knowledge of project planning (e.g. MS Project, WBS Scheduler), cost follow-up and budgeting (e.g. SAP), as well as RFQ processes, supplier negotiations, stakeholder communication, and risk management.A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or other relevant post-secondary education, combined with a proven ability to deliver results in technical project environments.Excellent communication skills in both Swedish and English, written and spoken.Driver’s license B.What’s in it for you?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.More about usABB Motion High Power (MOHP) Division offers a comprehensive product portfolio of large AC motors and generators. From general purpose to highly customized designs, synchronous motors provide high efficiency, reliability and availability across all major industries and applications, including some in the toughest and most demanding environments. The division also has a long track record of designing and building generators for wide range of industries, including power generation, marine, oil and gas, mining, and data centers.Hiring Manager Andreas Wallner, [phone], will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives; Unionen: Katja Saari, [phone]; Ledarna: Mats Wahlund, [phone]; Sveriges ingenjörer: Håkan Sjöberg, [phone]. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Robert Norén [phone].We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Last day to apply is 31 October. 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.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.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.