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Your role and responsibilities

Are you an ambitious and driven professional looking to build a successful career in project management? We are seeking an Associate Project Manager who is eager to take ownership, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead smaller projects from initiation to completion, ensuring deliverables are achieved on time, within budget, and according to agreed quality standards. You will work in a collaborative environment where learning, development, and continuous improvement are encouraged. We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating results through teamwork and who enjoys coordinating people, activities, and resources to achieve common goals.

As an Associate Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the execution of projects with lower complexity while ensuring all activities are carried out in accordance with applicable procedures, regulations, standards, and project objectives.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coordinating the project team assigned to the project.
• Monitoring and controlling project progress, resource utilization, and financial performance.
• Developing and maintaining project schedules while proactively identifying and mitigating schedule risks.
• Identifying, assessing, and managing project risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders.
• Ensuring project deliverables meet agreed quality, scope, cost, and timeline requirements.
• Driving project closure activities, including formal project acceptance, contract close-out, and customer acknowledgment in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Contributing to continuous improvements in project execution and ways of working.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project and business needs.

Your background

To be successful in this role, we believe you have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or another relevant field.
• Fluency in both Swedish and English, written and spoken.
• A strong interest in project management and a desire to develop as a leader.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and coordination skills.
• The ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach, with the ability to take ownership and drive tasks forward.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt your message to different audiences.
• A structured and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to a supportive team environment.

More about us

You will be part of the Ports business line within the Marine and Ports division that is specialized in advanced automation and information systems for all types of container and bulk cargo handling cranes, as well as OCR and electrical systems for container terminals. We offer an international and dynamic working environment where our business delivers advanced technology on large projects across the world in a customer oriented and highly globalized industry.

Recruiting Manager: Joel Eklund, +46 73 078 88 77, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Johan Halling, +46 72-461 25 17, Unionen: Pär Ångbäck, +46 70-636 07 04, Ledarna: Olof Kvensler, +46 70-588 91 52. Talent Partner: Anna Nordlund

We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Last day to apply is December 6, 2026.

Please note that the interview process is ongoing, apply now to secure your spot in the recruitment process! Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.

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