Project Planner

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangement (2 days W

4 days PTO in NL

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Rotterdam seeks a Project Planner / Project Controls Specialist to handle, control and monitor large-scale customer projects. You will define responsibilities, develop schedules, prepare time plans, and coordinate with European teams to ensure on-time delivery and contractual compliance.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in project management and scheduling tools (Primavera, MS Project) and excel in communication and teamwork in English and Dutch.

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering (Bachelor/Master/Dipl.).
• Significant experience in project management, execution and scheduling / project controls (scheduling, resource planning, cost control).
• Proficient in Primavera and MS Project scheduling tools.
• Knowledge of MS Office including SharePoint.
• PMI-SP or related scheduling trainings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define responsibilities and task distribution for scheduling per Hitachi Energy policies.
• Develop, update and analyze project schedules regularly.
• Prepare tender and project time schedules.
• Collaborate with planners across Hitachi Energy units in Europe on schedules.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor/Master in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

PMI-SP certification

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

SharePoint

MS Office

Job description

About Us

Job Description:

Embrace Diversity and Innovation!

Hitachi Energy's Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service global product group is a world-leading provider of grid connections and power quality solutions that enable our customers to build a more sustainable, flexible and secure energy system. We leverage our long-standing technology leadership, vast integration expertise, huge installed base and global footprint to provide our customers with life-cycle value solutions at the lowest risk. Our customers are in the utility, renewables, industry, transportation, data centers and infrastructure sectors.

Our business in Europe has more than 1,000 skilled professionals focused on critical areas of expertise and is present in 16 countries.

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business in Europe (HBUEU), diversity 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.

The opportunity

We are looking for you as Project Planner / Project Controls Specialist for our team in Rotterdam in Holland for the handling, controlling and also monitoring of customer-specific large-scale projects.

How you'll make an impact

• Definition of responsibilities and distribution of tasks within the team with regards to scheduling, taking customer specifications and Hitachi Energy policies into account

• Development, regular updates and analysis of project schedules

• Preparation of tender and project time schedules

• Collaboration and joint schedule creation and updating with project planners from other Hitachi Energy units in other European countries

• Close cooperation and coordination with internal and external stakeholders in your role as a central contact person for project planning and progress control

• Requesting schedule inputs and updates from internal and external project team members, suppliers, including visit to project sites etc.

• Active monitoring and control of project progress taking Hitachi Energy policies and best practices into account in order to ensure that projects are completed on time and in accordance with contract

• Ensure that all projects are implemented and completed in accordance with health, safety and environmental guidelines

Your background

• Degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or comparable (Bachelor / Master / Dipl.)

• Relevant professional experience in project management, project execution and especially in the area of scheduling / project controls (scheduling, resource planning, cost control)

• Extensive knowledge of the project planning and scheduling tools Primavera and MS Project

• Knowledge of MS Office including SharePoint

• Certification as PMI-SP or other scheduling related trainings would be an advantage

• Very good communication skills, strong customer orientation as well as structured working methods and ability to work in a team

• English and Dutch fluent in spoken and written

• Driving license category B

More About Us

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and professional development. Depending on location and experience, benefits may include: Pension and insurance programs, flexible working arrangements (2 days from home / 3 days office) and additional leave programs aligned with local policies (40 days PTO in the Netherlands).

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice. Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.