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HREX IS Project and Release Manager

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ABB

Nov 8, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Zurich

Requirements

  • Experience: Over 8 years in IS, including IS Project Management and Service Management
  • Proven experience in any Project Management type of role.
  • Experience in managing teams as direct manager or at least during long term projects.
  • Project Management certificates (ABB internal and external) will be considered as valuable assets
  • ITIL understanding and certification preferred.
  • Stakeholder and Team Management: Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and multiple groups, as well as global teams.
  • Communication and Influence: Strong skills in effective communication, influencing, and negotiating to gain stakeholder buy-in.
  • Process Improvement and Optimization: Previous experience in improving and optimizing processes.
  • Leadership and Collaboration: Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills, especially in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Ability to develop long-term strategies aligned with organizational goals, foresee industry trends, analyze complex data, and make informed decisions.
  • Change Management and Adaptability – ability to work with tight deadlines and with numerous projects in portfolio.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for overseeing the successful delivery and execution of projects and release plans, and for ensuring ITIL Change Management standardization across all HREX model.
  • Oversees execution and handover of all IS projects impacting the HR Experience Organization.
  • Manages and assigns a team of Project Managers to work on required projects (onboarding new applications, system upgrades, M&A activities within IS, etc.) as part of the portfolio and is accountable for the IS CAB activities.
  • Makes sures that ABB IS Project Management policies are followed.
  • Works with Technical Service Owners to understand overall demand and specific requirements for new IS related projects.
  • Directs IS Project Manager’s work and coordinate overall capacity.
  • Coordinates projects execution, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
  • Oversees Release Management activities from an IS perspective for the HR Experience Organization by managing CAB Release Coordinator role.
  • Foster an environment of continuous improvement, support change initiatives, and provide status updates.
  • Define project scope, budget, and resources, monitor risks, and ensure efficient resource utilization. Develop plans to manage risks.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders inside and outside the HREX Organization, provide timely updates, and manage expectations. Act as the primary contact for project issues.
  • Ensure projects adhere to sound methodologies and execution practices, contribute to policy improvements, and align with standard project management directives and procedures used in ABB IS.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the HREX IS Project and Release Manager role?

The main focus is to organize the IS project management team to deliver IS related activities for HREX projects and programs, oversee project execution, manage capacity, and govern ITIL Change Management.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in IS, including project and service management, proven project management experience, team management experience, and certifications in project management and ITIL preferred.

What skills are emphasized for this role?

Key skills include stakeholder and team management, effective communication, process improvement, leadership, strategic and analytical thinking, and change management adaptability.

What types of projects will the HREX IS Project and Release Manager oversee?

The manager will oversee projects such as onboarding new applications, system upgrades, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities within IS.

How does this role collaborate with other teams?

The role requires close collaboration with the HREX Build and Run Lead and frequent communication with stakeholders inside and outside the HREX Organization.

Are there any specific locations preferred for this role?

Yes, the preferred locations for IS roles are India and Mexico, while HR role holders will collaborate in European and US EST time zones.

Is project management experience necessary for this position?

Yes, proven experience in any project management role is essential for this position.

What does "CAB" stand for in the context of this job description?

CAB stands for Change Advisory Board, which is responsible for governing ITIL Change Management activities.

How will success be measured in this role?

Success will be measured based on the successful delivery and execution of projects and release plans and adherence to ITIL Change Management standards within the HR Experience Organization.

What type of work culture can employees expect at ABB?

Employees can expect an open and solution-oriented work culture, characterized by a supportive and solution-driven team environment.

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Employees
1988
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ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. The company’s solutions connect engineering know-how and software to optimize how things are manufactured, moved, powered and operated. Building on more than 130 years of excellence, ABB’s ~105,000 employees are committed to driving innovations that accelerate industrial transformation.

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