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Posted 6 days ago
PMO Lead - Project Coordinator
Job description
At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world. This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment. This Position reports to: Head of Business Transformation We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and driven PMO Lead - Project Coordinator to run the Program Management Office (PMO) for the Robotics Operating System (RO‑OS). In this role, you will ensure that RO‑OS program activities are delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with strategic OS priorities. You will build the PMO structure from the ground up—establishing governance, standards, reporting practices, and performance metrics. You will support cross‑functional teams with coordination and administrative tasks, consolidate program insights for leadership, and provide executive‑level visibility to enable informed decision‑making. As a central point of alignment, you will foster collaboration, guide teams, and help shape a high‑performing operational environment.
Responsibilities
Run the daily operations of the RO‑OS Program Management Office in line with established priorities, governance, and standards. Support program and project teams with administrative tasks including progress reporting, milestone tracking, and status updates. Collect, validate, and consolidate program data for dashboards, reports, and leadership reviews. Ensure that teams follow agreed processes, templates, and reporting cadences. Coordinate cross‑functional inputs to manage dependencies, risks, and issues across initiatives. Provide visibility into delivery status, key risks, and resource needs to support informed decision‑making. Project support portfolio planning, prioritization, and scheduling of program activities. Maintain PMO tools, documentation, repositories, and SharePoint access to ensure accurate and up‑to‑date information.
Qualifications
Experience
managing projects and programs, either in industry or consulting. Strong program management capabilities, including planning, governance, scope management, and reporting. Excellent stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to align diverse contributors across functions.
Experience
in organizational change and transformation, ideally in complex, global environments. Structured and collaborative working style, able to bring clarity and order to evolving program structures. Strong communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise updates for both operational teams and executive leaders. High level of drive, ownership, and self‑motivation, comfortable building processes from scratch and guiding teams through ambiguity. What's in it for you? We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger. From well-being to retirement, ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career. More about us Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Pia Sandström, +4672 525 90 30; Ledarna: Lenny Larsson, +46 706 32 85 47; Unionen: +46 706 32 85 47; Unionen: Roger L. Gustavsson, +46 730 30 30 36. We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Last day to apply is: 27th of August. We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. Why ABB Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB. We care At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do. We grow We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings. How to apply Do you want to shape the future, together with us? Get more insights into our recruitment process and find some helpful tips and tricks how to join the team. Make our story your story.