Project Manager

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Santiago, Metropolitana de Santiago, CHL
In-Office
Senior level
Robotics • Analytics • Energy
The Role
Lead medium to large industrial electrical projects from handover through close-out across Chile and LATAM. Manage scope, schedules, costs, quality, HSE, cybersecurity, risks, invoicing, cash flow, resources, stakeholders, suppliers, procurement, logistics, commissioning, documentation, customer acceptance, claims, and contract closure. Projects involve medium-voltage drives and motors, electrical rooms, switchgear, transformers, and related automation equipment for mining and heavy industries.
Summary Generated by Built In

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:

Sales Manager

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Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to support and lead the execution of medium to large industrial projects within ABB’s Motion High Power business, mainly related to integrated electrical solutions for mining and heavy industries. You will be part of the MOHP Team Chile, which supports business and project execution across Chile and LATAM and is also connected to the Americas Hub, enabling collaboration with ABB teams in Canada and the United States.

You will be mainly accountable for:

  • Leading and coordinating project execution from handover to close-out, ensuring alignment with contractual scope, schedule, cost, quality, HSE, cybersecurity and customer requirements.

  • Coordinating projects involving medium-voltage drives, medium-voltage motors, electrical rooms, switchgear, CMM, transformers and auxiliary electrical equipment.

  • Monitoring project progress, resource utilization, financial performance, invoicing status, costs, expenses, cash flow, risks and opportunities.

  • Managing internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, factories, engineering teams, supply chain, procurement, logistics, HSE, finance and commissioning teams.

  • Supporting contract, claims, change management, procurement and logistics activities in accordance with ABB policies and contractual agreements.

  • Driving project documentation, customer acceptance, contract close-out, lessons learned and continuous improvement in project execution practices.

Qualifications for the role

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, project coordination or project execution in mining, heavy industry, pulp & paper, marine or similar industrial environments.

  • Experience or knowledge in electrical equipment, automation, power systems, variable frequency drives, motors, electrical rooms, switchgear, control systems or auxiliary industrial equipment.

  • Strong skills in project planning, stakeholder coordination, risk management, document control, cost control, reporting and follow-up of project activities.

  • Degree in electrical, mechanical, industrial, civil, automation engineering or a related technical field.

  • English communication skills are required. Intermediate English is the minimum acceptable level, while advanced English is highly desirable due to interaction with global factories, LATAM stakeholders and Americas Hub teams.

  • PMI, CAPM, PMP or equivalent project management certification is desirable, as well as experience with MS Project, SAP, Excel, Power BI or other project control tools.

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.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, project coordination, or project execution in mining, heavy industry, pulp and paper, marine, or similar industrial environments
  • Experience or knowledge of electrical equipment, automation, power systems, variable frequency drives, motors, electrical rooms, switchgear, control systems, or auxiliary industrial equipment
  • Strong project planning, stakeholder coordination, risk management, document control, cost control, reporting, and project follow-up skills
  • Degree in electrical, mechanical, industrial, civil, automation engineering, or a related technical field
  • Intermediate English communication skills
  • Advanced English communication skills
  • PMI, CAPM, PMP, or equivalent project management certification
  • Experience with MS Project, SAP, Excel, Power BI, or other project control tools

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  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.

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The Company
HQ: Zürich
104,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1988

What We Do

ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. www.abb.com

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