Factory Project Manager

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This position reports to:

As a Factory Project Controller supporting ABBs manufacturing of 38kV Switchgear in Houston TX you will have the opportunity to lead the execution of medium-size projects (ranging from $500K - 5M) work with a dynamic and fast-paced team and be able to act as the CEO of your concurrent Projects. Each day you will ensure that all related activities are executed in accordance with procedures regulations standards specifications and targets. You will also showcase your expertise by leading the project team members to achieve project requirements deliver contracted deliverables and meet the committed project result.

The work model for the role is Hybrid out of a facility in Southeast Houston (77304). #LI-Hybrid

This role is contributing to the Distribution Solutions Medium and Low Voltage Switchgear in North America specifically 38kV Switchgear offerings.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Engaging with the proposal team to review orders from a technical and commercial standpoint during order entry. Ensure customer requirements are in line with ABB contractual for quotation and booking of change orders. Initiate price change requests apply mark-ups prepare quotations and implement schedule changes as appropriate.
• Acting as the primary contact for all order-related matters to the various stakeholders outside of the factory. Manage the entire order-cycle including scheduling delivery of drawings execution in the shop on-time shipment invoicing coordination and closing. Provide status/progress updates to all stakeholders with appropriate level of cross-functionally in a coordinated and professional way to create a team environment that achieves project success.
• Monitoring and controlling project financials overseeing project invoicing status cost expenses and cash flow. Support all aspects of orders to enhance shipped margin opportunities. Under general direction resolve disputes involving invoicing back charges escalation delays and warranty charges.
• Identifies qualifies quantifies and manages risk and ensures that all opportunities are identified and pursued.

Our team dynamics:
Join a high energy team ready to drive change and improve the overall customer and employee experience.

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field (required).
• 5 or more years of experience in Electrification Manufacturing or Project Management
• Knowledge of Project Management disciplines and process.
• Experience in dealing with the cultural diversity of a global business environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and knowledge in power systems and protection-related matters.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting is strongly preferred.
• Must be familiar and have practical experience with MS Word MS Excel MS Project PowerPoint SAP and other applicable software.
• Complex problem-solving and strong conflict resolution skills required.
• Successful candidates will be self-motivated and possess a high level of creativity.
• Ability to travel approximately 5%.
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that allows them to work for ABB in the United States.

Whats in it for you:

We empower you to take the lead share bold ideas and shape real outcomes. Youll grow through hands-on experience mentorship and learning that fits your goals. Here your work doesnt just matter it moves things forward

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity gender expression sexual orientation) marital status citizenship age race and ethnicity inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles color religious creed national origin pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

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Health Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.

• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus

• Vision benefit

• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)

• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)

• Voluntary life and AD&D 100% employee paid up to maximums

• Short Term Disability up to 26 weeks Company paid

• Long Term Disability 60% of pay Company paid. Ability to buy-up to 66 2/3% of pay.

• Supplemental benefits 100% employee paid (Accident insurance hospital indemnity critical illness pet insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Program

• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health general health navigation and virtual health and infertility/adoption

• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions

• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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