Project Manager - Automation Upgrade Projects

About the role

ABB Oy, Energy Industries in Vaasa, Finland, is looking for a Project Manager for Upgrade Projects within its Engine Power business segment. You will lead automation upgrade projects from initiation through implementation, reporting to the Manager of the Project Management Office. The role is hybrid (#Li-Hybrid) with limited travel (0-10 days per year).

Key responsibilities

• Lead the project team by allocating tasks, motivating and monitoring internal and external resources to deliver milestones.
• Maintain project plans covering scope, financial plans and time schedules.
• Monitor projects for cost control, resource efficiency and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) compliance.
• Analyse project risks and opportunities and share lessons learned.
• Act as the key contact for the customer, meeting customer requirements and targets and ensuring excellent customer service.
• Collaborate with other functions and build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Required profile

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in a relevant field such as automation engineering or equivalent.
• Several years of experience in technical project execution, ideally in the Energy sector.
• Readiness to move into project management.
• Strong English and Swedish or Finnish, written and spoken.

Required skills

• Solid technical understanding, including experience with PLC and HMI.
• Ability to manage project scope, cost and schedule.

What we offer

• Annual performance bonus and employee share acquisition program.
• Continuous learning opportunities and wellbeing and family benefits.
• Hybrid working model.