Contract Manager, Grid Automation Projects

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) match

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Family care benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Contract Manager within our Grid Automation division.

You will drive complex contract administration, advise on commercial matters, and mitigate risks across the project lifecycle to ensure compliant, timely execution of claims and warranties. The role requires a Bachelor’s or Law degree with 5+ years of contract management experience, strong knowledge of engineering and procurement agreements, and excellent communication and negotiation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Law degree.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management or administration.
• Expertise in power grid automation or related technologies.
• Strong knowledge of engineering, procurement, and service agreements.
• Proven ability to manage complex contractual obligations.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract administration for complex grid automation projects.
• Advise project teams on commercial and contractual matters.
• Identify and mitigate contract risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure timely execution of claims, variation orders, and warranties.
• Maintain accurate contractual records and documentation.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams on subcontract agreements.
• Support project meetings with customers and stakeholders.
• Drive change management processes for contract modifications.
• Oversee project closeout and ensure obligations are met.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Law degree

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Contract Manager within our Grid Automation division.

You will drive complex contract administration, advise on commercial matters, and mitigate risks across the project lifecycle to ensure compliant, timely execution of claims and warranties. The role requires a Bachelor’s or Law degree with 5+ years of contract management experience, strong knowledge of engineering and procurement agreements, and excellent communication and negotiation