Senior Project Manager, Grid Protection & Control

Hitachi Energy Ltd.

Madrid

On-site

EUR 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Well-being and care

Flexible work options

Paid/unpaid leave

Financial security benefits

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

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%.

Responsibilities

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.