Hybrid Project Manager – Power Reliability (Energy)

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in South Africa seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead medium-size projects in the Energy Industries Division, Power Reliability. The role is hybrid and reports to the Operations Manager - BL Excitation(AMEA).

You will lead the project team, plan execution, monitor progress and budget, manage risk, and drive contract close-out with customers. Requirements include an engineering degree, 7+ years of project management experience, PMP or equivalent, and proficiency with MS Project, SAP,

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 7+ years of project management experience, in oil & gas or industrial sectors.
• PM certification (PMP) or equivalent from a large company like ABB.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, SAP, and PR+ or similar PM systems.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills; collaborative, solution-focused approach.
• SA NEC contracts experience with Eskom is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead project team and define the execution approach to meet goals.
• Monitor progress, resource use and project financials.
• Identify and manage project risk and pursue opportunities.
• Drive formal acceptance, contract close-out, and customer acknowledgement.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

SAP

PR+

Job description

ABB in South Africa seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead medium-size projects in the Energy Industries Division, Power Reliability. The role is hybrid and reports to the Operations Manager - BL Excitation(AMEA).

You will lead the project team, plan execution, monitor progress and budget, manage risk, and drive contract close-out with customers. Requirements include an engineering degree, 7+ years of project management experience, PMP or equivalent, and proficiency with MS Project, SAP,