Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Switzerland.

📋 Description

• Establish project planning methodologies that encompass all necessary activities for efficient project management.

• Choose suitable delivery methods, whether waterfall, agile, or hybrid.

• Ensure stakeholder alignment on project scope and develop schedules accordingly.

• Define budgets, allocate resources, set timelines, and distribute work in collaboration with stakeholders.

• Organize, coordinate, and execute projects within the established time frame, scope, budget, and quality standards.

• Prioritize activities and uphold project plans and charters.

• Keep stakeholders updated on the progress of the project.

• Prepare project documentation that includes scope, acceptance criteria, financial details, schedules, and risk management plans.

• Navigate work through various project phases and stage-gates.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, program guidelines, and IS procedures, as well as quality and safety standards.

• Identify, mitigate, and monitor risks, issues, and decisions throughout the project lifecycle.

• Recognize opportunities and take proactive action.

• Monitor progress, costs, and resources, addressing any variances promptly.

• Act as a reliable point of contact and escalation for stakeholders.

• Manage expectations and cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders.

• Prepare and facilitate project and budget approvals.

• Establish governance frameworks and committees.

• Report on performance in relation to plans and business outcomes.

• Concentrate on achieving business value through effective delivery and implementation.

• Ensure a seamless handover of projects and document lessons learned.

• Adhere to established methodologies, ABB directives, and program management standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 12 years of experience in project management, preferably within transformation or change initiatives.

• Proven experience working in cross-functional settings with diverse stakeholders.

• Demonstrated success in aligning projects with program goals and achieving measurable business results.

• Strong abilities in project planning and execution.

• Experience in managing resources and overseeing budgets.

• Proficient in managing risks, issues, and dependencies.

• Effective communication skills with stakeholders and governance bodies.

• Capability to foster alignment across various projects and teams.

• Ability to assist business units in adapting to change.

• Valid project management certification: PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP, Agile/Scrum certification such as CSM or SAFe, or ABB Program PM Certification under the IS Function Standard for IS Project Manager Certification.

🏝️ Benefits

• A global, collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for growth and learning.

• An inclusive workplace that embraces individuals from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.