Project Manager - Power Transformers

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in power grid technology is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee project execution in Singapore. You’ll ensure timely delivery, coordinate with global teams, and manage multiple stakeholders. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in the transformer industry, holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, and is PMP certified. A collaborative work environment and competitive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Employer-sponsored medical plan

Group Term Life insurance

Leave programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience in the transformer industry or high voltage equipment.
• PMP Certified or equivalent certification.
• Proficient in managing complex orders and various contractual types.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution according to contract scope and schedule.
• Act as primary contact for customers and ensure contractual commitments.
• Monitor daily productivity and project costs.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Electrical engineering

SAP

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

MS Project

Outlook

Visio

Job description

Through our innovative and diverse Transformers team and pioneering technology, we transform energy to add social, environmental and economic value – enabling a sustainable energy future for today's generations and those to come. Hitachi Energy offers a complete range of power transformers, traction transformers, insulation and components, digital sensors and transformer services. Our transformers have a global sales network of about 100 countries spanning applications for power generation, transmission and distribution, metals and mining, oil and gas, commercial and infrastructure projects, and mobility. With increasing complexity in the grid, our transformers are also increasingly used for improving power quality and network management. We introduced our TXpert™ Ecosystem launching the next level for digitalization of transformers.

Responsible for successful execution/delivery of assigned projects on time, within budget, as per contract agreement, with on quality & safety framework of Hitachi Energy. Provide cost effective execution of Project deliverables in accordance with contract technical specification, quality standards, schedule and safety requirements.

How you’ll make an impact:

• You will lead project execution in line with contract scope, schedule, and conditions, ensuring proactive planning, monitoring, and control of scope, time, and cost.
• You will develop and manage project schedules and documentation, coordinating with internal teams and customers to resolve issues and ensure timely approvals.
• You will act as the primary contact for customers, ensuring contractual commitments are met and fostering trust and satisfaction through consistent communication.
• You will be evaluating and identifying the risks in project proactively and implementing the mitigating actions and coordinating with Factory and customer for Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and arranging the timely dispatch clearances, coordinating with commercial team for Invoicing and with logistic team for dispatch of goods, service team for installation, testing and commissioning at site, customer for timely collection of payment and for As-built drawings, collection of PAC and Project Closure.
• You will report status or progress to internal stakeholders or management with appropriate details.
• You will be coordinating with PMs in monitoring daily productivity, comparing with planned, taking corrective actions for loss of productivity, monitoring the respective project cost (cost to complete) with allotted budget, reporting higher management / commercial / estimation department cost trends in a timely manner, accountable for revenue and invoicing planning of projects.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
• You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background:

• You hold a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• More than 7 years of experience of project management in transformer industry or similar in high voltage (HV) equipment. Experience in the power transformer Industry will be an added advantage; electrical related experience is a must.
• Experience in coordinating multiple key stakeholders/teams in global locations.
• PMP Certified or equivalent certification completed is a must. Strong and demonstrated experience in management of scope, cost, schedules and vendor/subcontractors.
• Solid experience in managing orders, ideally managing complex orders and different contractual types and proficient in computer skills including SAP (highly preferable), MS project, Outlook, Visio.
• Demonstrated commercial understanding. Proactive and highly organized and excellent written and verbal communication skills and high attention to detail. Influencing and Engaging skills to achieve notable outcomes.

More about us:

At Hitachi Energy, we believe in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We offer opportunities for growth and development, ensuring our team members can thrive and achieve their career goals. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and teamwork. We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out.

Employee Benefits:

• Employer-sponsored medical plan (inc. dental care and optical).
• Group Term Life insurance, Group Personal Accident insurance, Group Business Travel insurance.
• Leave programs (Annual leave, medical leave, Hospitalization leave, Exam leave etc.).
• *Benefits are subject to the respective plan rules.

We can provide more information during the recruitment process.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.