Project Manager | Madrid, Spain

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Well-being and care

Flexible work options

Paid/unpaid leave

Financial security benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead Protection and Control projects across Spain and beyond.

You will drive execution, manage scope, schedule and budget, and serve as the main client contact, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and suppliers. The role requires a master’s degree in electrical engineering, 7+ years in project management within energy sectors, strong P&C know-how, English/Spanish fluency, and up to 20% travel.

Formación

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in project management within energy/power sectors.
• Strong understanding of Protection and Control systems.
• Experience managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and subcontractors.
• English and Spanish fluency; travel up to 20%.

Responsabilidades

• Lead execution of Protection and Control projects to meet contractual and company standards.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, and resources across project lifecycle.
• Act as primary customer contact and maintain strong relationships.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, commissioning, and partners.
• Monitor performance and apply corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee suppliers and subcontractors for quality, safety and delivery.
• Promote Health, Safety and Integrity culture on all activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and share best practices.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Customer-focused mindset

Project governance

Travel readiness

Educación

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

MS Project

SAP

Descripción del empleo

At Hitachi Energy, we are accelerating the transition towards a more sustainable, flexible and secure energy system. As part of our Grid Automation business, you will join a dynamic Project Management team responsible for delivering Protection and Control solutions that support critical power infrastructure projects across Spainl and beyond.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Lead the execution of Protection and Control projects, ensuring delivery in line with contractual requirements, project objectives, and company standards.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and resources throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers, fostering strong relationships and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including engineering, procurement, commissioning, and external partners.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions when needed to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Manage suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring quality, safety, and delivery performance expectations are met.
• Promote and drive a strong culture of Health, Safety, and Integrity across all project activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support best practice sharing within the project management community.

Your Background

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience, including significant experience in project management within the energy, power systems, automation, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of Protection and Control systems and their application within electrical substations and power networks.
• Additional project management training or certification is considered an advantage.
• Proven experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and subcontractors.
• Customer-focused mindset with strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with project management and business tools such as MS Project and SAP.
• Good understanding of Health, Safety and Environment requirements within industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken. Spanish is considered an advantage.
• Availability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

More About Us

We believegreat workthrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported andfairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a work place where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment andgenerally includes:

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.