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:
Local Division Manager__
In this role, you will lead end‑to‑end project execution for medium‑size projects, taking full ownership of delivery from handover through to close‑out. You will play a visible and hands‑on role during project execution, working closely with site teams, customers, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Our Team DynamicsOur teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.
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 impact you can see and feel, every day.
Your Role and Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.
Work model: Homebased with travel
- Lead end‑to‑end project execution, defining the project strategy and managing planning, progress, resources, safety, and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Be regularly present on project sites during execution to guide on‑site activities, support site teams, and ensure effective project delivery, primarily within the UK.
- Identify, assess, quantify, and actively manage project risks and opportunities to support optimal project outcomes.
- Lead and motivate cross‑functional project teams, ensuring on‑time delivery, cost control, compliance with specifications, and high‑quality standards.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors, acting as a trusted technical and commercial partner.
- Ensure accurate project documentation, contract compliance, formal project acceptance, contract close‑out, and support the sales phase through bid preparation and risk evaluations.
- Higher technical qualification with a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Project Manager delivering complex technical projects.
- Proven experience acting as Principal Contractor with full responsibility for project delivery.
- Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and RAMS processes, including preparation and review of relevant documentation.
- Electrical engineering background or significant electrical project delivery experience (essential).
- Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams in a matrix organisation.
- Strong analytical, commercial, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage budgets, forecasts, and project controls.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Willingness to travel as required to support project execution.
- Proficient in MS Office and MS Project.
Benefits
ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Competitive contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)
- Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Generous employee referral scheme
- Company car
- Home based with travel
- Private medical cover for yourself
- Generous bonus scheme
For the 6th consecutive year ABB UK has been recognised as a Top Employer in UK. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organisation’s dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent HR policies and people practices.
More about usThe Marine & Ports department develops advanced electrical and automation solutions for the global maritime industry. Through innovative technologies in electrification, drives, and automation, our systems have been supporting marine and offshore applications for decades, meeting the industry’s demanding safety, performance, and environmental requirements. As a Project Manager within Marine & Ports, you will join an international project delivery team made up of experienced Project Managers and Project Engineers. Together, you will deliver complex and technically challenging projects across the global maritime sector, including shore‑to‑ship power systems. Projects span both ship‑based and shore‑based installations and are executed using ABB’s proven product portfolio and integrated solutions.
Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world.
Run What Runs the World. #RunwithABB
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
- Higher technical qualification with a minimum of 5 years' experience as a Project Manager delivering complex technical projects
- Proven experience acting as Principal Contractor with full responsibility for project delivery
- Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and RAMS processes
- Electrical engineering background or significant electrical project delivery experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical, commercial, and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficient in MS Office and MS Project
ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ABB and has not been reviewed or approved by ABB.
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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.
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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.
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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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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
