Project Manager

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holidays

Bank holidays

Pension

Training and development

Bonus scheme

Inclusive, diverse workplace

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ireland is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex grid integration initiatives in a hybrid Dublin setting. You will define scope, schedules, budgets, and risk plans, coordinating with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver on time and within contract terms.

You will manage stakeholders, ensure HSE compliance, and drive continuous improvement while communicating progress and outcomes to customers and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in the energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex projects.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Define main guidelines, allocate project tasks, and motivate and monitor internal and external resources to accomplish all tasks and milestones.
• Define all project plan documents, including scope and financial plans, schedule, and risk management plans, jointly with the Project Controls department.
• Ensure the project follows execution best practices and Hitachi Energy Ireland policies; monitor progress and resource utilization; oversee project financials, invoicing, costs and cash flow.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain Management to procure required services, materials, and equipment from external and internal suppliers.
• Act as the key contact for the customer and an escalation point for project issues; build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure the project follows and complies with company health, safety, and environmental policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field

Tools

Project management methodologies and tools

Job description

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.

Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity for Project Managers, to support the Power Grids Grid Integration Business you’ll be reporting to the Operational Unit Manager and responsible for projects to ensure the works comply with Hitachi Energy and customer’s standards, procedures, and policies.

Part of your role will be to maintain a safe working environment for all site employees & mitigate the risks and manage Health Safety and Environmental risks associated with the business unit and ensure ethical behaviour in line with code of conduct and be part of the environment that allows all employees to develop and succeed.

Location, Dublin (Hybrid) with some travel to other sites

(Please note we are unable to provide visa support for this position)

How You'll Make An Impact

• Project Responsibility: Define main guidelines, allocate project tasks, and motivate and monitor internal and external resources to accomplish all tasks and milestones. Provide performance feedback regarding project progress.
• Planning and Scheduling: Define all project plan documents, including scope and financial plans, schedule, and risk management plans, jointly with the Project Controls department.
• Project Execution and Control: Ensure the project follows execution best practices and Hitachi Energy Ireland policies. Monitor and control project progress and resource utilization. Oversee project financials, including invoicing status, cost, expenses, and cash flow. Identify, qualify, quantify, and manage project risks, ensuring all opportunities are identified and pursued. Capture, analyze, and share lessons learned throughout the project. Ensure the project is formally closed out as contractually agreed, driving formal acceptance and contract close-out acknowledgment by the customer.
• Contract, Claims, and Procurement Management: Consistently apply contract and claims management in accordance with Hitachi Energy Ireland policies and contractual agreements. Coordinate with Supply Chain Management to procure required services, materials, and equipment for the project from external and internal suppliers. Support Supply Chain Management in supplier negotiations, claims, and project changes.
• Stakeholder Relations: Act as the key contact for the customer and an escalation point for project issues. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and effectively communicate with all stakeholders.
• Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE): Ensure the project follows and complies with company health, safety, and environmental policies.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in the energy sector
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex projects.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• 24 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.

More About Us

We offer fantastic opportunities to work on dynamic, high-impact and cutting-edge industry initiatives that are making a crucial impact to society whilst also offering the vibrancy of working within a world-leading global organization.

Publication date : 2026-11-10