Project Manager

Hitachi Energy; Stone; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Excellent company pension

Training and development programmes

Generous bonus scheme

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects delivering innovative energy solutions from initiation to completion. Based in Stone (Staffordshire) with office-based work three days a week, you will develop plans, manage budgets, risks, and stakeholder communications.

You will guide teams to meet scope, time, and quality targets while driving continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in project management.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera 6) and collaboration tools.
• Experience in a global or multinational corporate environment is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of cross-functional projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, resource requirements, and budget.
• Work with project teams to ensure high performance and adherence to project goals.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans and escalating critical concerns to relevant stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain strong communication channels with all project stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, and vendors.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and prepare regular status reports for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered within scope, on time, and within budget, meeting quality standards and client expectations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and tools within the organization.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring deliverables meet specifications and performance expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

MS Project

Primavera 6

Multitasking

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Project

Primavera 6

Job description

As a Senior Project Manager at Hitachi Energy, You will lead projects that support the delivery of innovative energy solutions, helping customers and communities accelerate the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

Location

Stone/Stafford (office based 3 days a week)

How You'll Make An Impact

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of cross-functional projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, resource requirements, and budget.
• Work with project teams to ensure high performance and adherence to project goals.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans and escalating critical concerns to relevant stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain strong communication channels with all project stakeholders, including internal teams, clients, and vendors.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and prepare regular status reports for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered within scope, on time, and within budget, meeting quality standards and client expectations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and tools within the organization.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring deliverables meet specifications and performance expectations.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in project management.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera 6) and collaboration tools.
• Experience in a global or multinational corporate environment is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management and cost control.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• 25 days holidays, plus bank holidays
• Excellent company pension and wide-ranging benefits schemes
• Top quality H&S culture alongside comprehensive training and personal development programmes
• Generous bonus scheme
• Inclusive Work Environment: We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Publication date : 2026-07-29