Senior Project Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Jeddah; Hybrid; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, invites a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple complex projects from initiation to closure.

You will define scope, develop plans, manage budgets, and steer cross-functional teams to deliver on time and within budget while maintaining quality standards. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, PMP certification, 8+ years' PM experience (3+ in senior roles), and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification is required.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 3 years in a senior PM role, preferably within a large multinational tech/engineering company.
• Proven track record of delivering complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with ability to influence at all levels.
• Expertise in risk management, change management, and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency with project management software (Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana) and collaboration tools.
• Fluency in English; cross-cultural/global teams experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for multiple concurrent projects.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with senior management.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Identify, assess and mitigate risks; develop contingency plans.
• Manage budgets and track expenses to meet financial objectives.
• Form and guide high-performing project teams; provide feedback.
• Facilitate communication among teams, stakeholders, and vendors.
• Prepare and present status reports to senior leadership and clients.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement and manage stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Budget Management

Agile/Hybrid Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

PMP Certification

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Asana

Job description

## Senior Project ManagerApply: Hybrid: Jeddah, Maddinah, Saudi Arabia: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 28, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R0142231**Location:**Jeddah, Maddinah, Saudi Arabia**Job ID:**R0142231**Date Posted:**2026-09-14**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY LTD**Profession (Job Category):**Project/Program Management**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:**As a Senior Project Manager at Hitachi, Ltd., you will lead and manage complex, large-scale projects from initiation to closure, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline. You will be responsible for overseeing all project phases, coordinating cross-functional teams, and communicating effectively with stakeholders to achieve strategic business objectives. Responsibilities:\\*\\* \\* Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for multiple concurrent projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closing. \\* Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. \\* Develop comprehensive project plans, including detailed tasks, timelines, resource allocation, and budget estimates. \\* Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed. \\* Manage project budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring financial objectives are met. \\* Form, motivate, and manage high-performing project teams, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback. \\* Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members, stakeholders, and external vendors. \\* Prepare and present regular project status reports, dashboards, and presentations to senior leadership and clients. \\* Ensure projects adhere to Hitachi's quality standards, methodologies, and best practices. \\* Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within project management. \\* Manage stakeholder expectations and foster strong client relationships. \\* Oversee the procurement and management of third-party vendors and contractors when necessary. \\* Conduct post-project reviews and lessons learned sessions to drive continuous improvement. Qualifications:\\*\\* \\* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus. \\* PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification (e.g., PRINCE2) is required. \\* Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 3 years in a senior project management role, preferably within a large, multinational technology or engineering company. \\* Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget. \\* Strong understanding of various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid). \\* Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels. \\* Expertise in risk management, change management, and stakeholder management. \\* Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana) and collaboration tools. \\* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. \\* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously. \\* Experience with global teams and cross-cultural communication is highly desirable. \\* Fluency in English is required.