Project Manager

ABB

. Lead end‑to‑end project execution, defining the project strategy and managing planning, progress, resources, safety, and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Posted 5/7/2026full-timeWarrington • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementrisk managementbudget managementcontract complianceCDM regulationsRAMS processeselectrical engineeringproject deliveryproject controlstechnical project execution

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementanalytical skillsorganizational skillsteam coordinationrelationship buildingmotivationproblem-solvingcommercial awareness

Certifications

higher technical qualification