Project Manager

ABB; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Project Leader to run medium-to-large projects in the Automation Energy Industries in South Africa. You will oversee execution planning, handover, and performance against standards, procedures, and targets, while supporting team development and process improvements.

The role requires 10+ years in project management, expertise in Primavera, MS Projects, and SAP, and a PMP credential. A hybrid work model applies, with English communication essential and a South Africa code 8

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project management for large energy projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera, MS Project, and SAP.
• Fluent in English; valid South Africa code 8 driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team and oversee execution planning, monitoring, and control for internal and external resources to meet project goals.
• Provide leadership in continuous improvement and simplification.
• Support local Sales and Tendering through early involvement in tenders.
• Drive formal acceptance, contract close-out, and customer acknowledgment in line with the contract.

Skills

Project leadership

Team leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

PMP certification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Projects

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:

Project Director

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the execution of medium-size and/or complex to large projects. Each day, you will ensure that all related activities are performed in accordance with procedures, regulations, standards, specifications, and targets. You will also showcase your expertise by supporting the oversight of team development and process improvement to continually increase the effectiveness of project execution, especially in smaller units.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid

This role is contributing to the Automation Energy Industries in South Africa.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Leading the project team, establishing the project execution approach, and overseeing project hand-over, execution planning, monitoring and control activities for internal and external resources to accomplish all project goals.
• Providing leadership and active involvement in continuous improvement and simplification.
• Supporting local Sales and Tendering through early involvement in tenders.
• 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 dynamic and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications For The Role

• You are highly skilled in leading complex projects to the value of 15 MUSD to 50 MUSD in the Energy market.
• Ability to demonstrate your experience in Project Management. You have a minimum of 10 years of experience in Project Management, leading complex projects.
• Possess an enhanced knowledge of Primavera, MS Projects and SAP.
• You are passionate about /working in a team environment and leading a project team.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Light or Heavy Current as well as a tertiary qualification in Project management, and you are PMP certified with the Project Management Institute (PMI).
• You are at ease communicating in English
• You hold current a code 8 license valid in South Africa.
• FIDIC and NEC contract knowledge would be advantageous

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

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Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, including persons with disabilities, in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan and Employment Equity Act requirements.

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