Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hitachi Energy is seeking a Data Center Project Manager to manage transformer service projects from planning through completion. The role oversees project scope, schedules, resources, budgets, vendors, customer communication, risks, performance tracking, and compliance while supporting reliable maintenance and repair of transformer assets.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full lifecycle of transformer service projects from initiation through closure
- Develop project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and third-party contractors
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, maintaining communication and managing expectations throughout project execution
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues while developing contingency plans
- Monitor project progress, track KPIs, and provide regular updates to management
- Manage project budgets, approve expenditures, and support cost-effective project delivery
- Support post-project reviews and continuous improvement of project management processes and tools within the Services Division
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines
Skills
- Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or an associate degree with more than seven years of experience in the transformer or substation field
- Minimum of five years of experience in project management with a focus on transformer services or heavy industrial equipment
- Experience delivering complex projects on time and within budget
- Proficiency with project management software, including MS Project or Primavera P6
- Understanding of transformer technology, maintenance, and repair processes preferred
- PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable
Benefits
- Work on transformer service projects supporting the maintenance and repair of power infrastructure assets.
- Collaborate with experienced professionals, including engineers, technicians, subcontractors, vendors, sales teams, and project stakeholders.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities, post-project reviews, and the development of project management processes and tools.
- Access learning and development opportunities through project execution, collaboration, and process improvement initiatives.
- Health and retirement benefits are available as part of Hitachi Energy’s total rewards offerings.
- Paid leave and flexible work programs are available in accordance with company policies.
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