Associate Project Manager

Pty; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader is looking for an Associate Project Manager in Johannesburg. You will lead small projects, manage risks, and ensure resource utilization. Key qualifications include a degree in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of project management experience, particularly with SAP and Microsoft Projects. This role offers a hybrid work model and development opportunities, promoting innovation within a diverse and driven team.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in Project Management working as an Associate Project Manager.
• Enhanced knowledge in SAP Remsec, Microsoft Projects, and PR.
• Ability to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team allocated to the project.
• Monitor and control project progress and resource utilization.
• Identify and manage project risk.

Skills

Project Management

Bluebeam

Construction Estimating

Construction Experience

ProCore

Microsoft Outlook

Prolog

Construction Management

Project Engineering

Project Management Software

Microsoft Project

Budgeting

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Projects

Job description

Overview

At ABB we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here progress is an expectation - for you your team and the world. As a global market leader we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy growing takes grit. But at ABB you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to: Project Director

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.

The work model for the role is: hybrid

This role is contributing to the PAEN in Southern Africa.

You will be mainly accountable for

• Leading the project team allocated to the project.
• 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

You will join a talented and driven team where you will be able to thrive and grow.

Qualifications for the Role

• Ability to demonstrate your experience in Project Management
• You have 2 years of experience in Project Management working as an Associate Project Manager with SAP, Microsoft Projects and PR.
• Possess an enhanced knowledge in SAP Remsec, Microsoft Projects and PR.
• You are passionate about Project Management and you are innovative around working in a team environment with strict deadlines.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• You are at ease communicating in English.

What’s in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work your ideas your energy your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills shape your path and take on challenges that matter. Here your work creates an impact you can see and feel every day.

Benefits

From well-being to retirement ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career.

More about us

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory

Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged candidates in line with the company’s employment equity targets.

Required Experience

Key Skills

• Bluebeam
• Construction Estimating
• Construction Experience
• ProCore
• Microsoft Outlook
• Prolog
• Construction Management
• Project Engineering
• Project Management
• Project Management Software
• Microsoft Project
• Budgeting

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1