Associate Project Manager

Construction, Engineering & Trades · Architecture & Planning · Construction Management

In short

ABB is looking for an Associate Project Manager in Singapore to lead small to medium-sized projects, ensuring execution according to standards and targets. The role involves comprehensive project planning, financial management, risk mitigation, and customer interface.

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of small to medium size projects.
Ensure all project activities are executed in accordance with procedures, regulations, standards, specifications and targets.
Lead project team members to achieve project requirements, deliver contracted deliverables, and meet committed project results.
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, financials, risk management, and resource planning.
Serve as a dedicated planner supporting the PMO and collaborating closely with Project Managers.
Ensure projects are executed in accordance with ABB standards, policies, and best practices.
Proactively monitor progress, resource utilization, and overall project performance.
Drive project financial management by overseeing invoicing, budgeting, costs, expenses, cash flow, and financial reporting.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while actively pursuing opportunities for improvement.
Capture and share lessons learned to support continuous improvement.
Manage project close-out activities, ensuring formal acceptance by customers, completion of contractual obligations, and successful contract closure.
Oversee contract and claims management, including variation orders for scope changes.
Collaborate with Supply Chain Management to procure required materials, equipment, and services.
Support negotiations and claims resolution.
Act as the primary customer interface and key stakeholder contact.
Foster strong relationships and ensure effective communication.
Promote compliance with all health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
3-6 years of experience in project management, preferably within automation, electrification, or digital solutions environments.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent proficiency in English.
Solid understanding of project financial management, including budgeting, cash flow management, and contractual requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project and SAP ERP systems.
Proven experience delivering Automation, Electrification, or Digitalization projects.

Desired Qualifications

Experience within process industries such as Pulp & Paper, Metals, Cement, or Mining, particularly across Southeast Asia, is highly desirable.
Willingness and ability to travel as required, primarily within Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Strong commitment to workplace health, safety, and compliance with all applicable safety standards and procedures.
Self-driven, curious, and eager to learn and adopt emerging technologies.
Collaborative and solution-oriented mindset with strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Empowerment to lead.
Support for growth.
Opportunity to create impact.
Tools and freedom to grow skills.
Opportunity to shape career path.
Opportunity to take on challenges that matter.

Skills

Microsoft ProjectSAP ERP

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