Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hitachi Energy is seeking a Project Manager to lead transformer service projects from initiation through completion. The role manages project scope, schedules, resources, budgets, vendors, customer communication, risks, compliance, and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.
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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