Corporate Real Estate CAPEX Project/ Facility Operations Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Jefferson City (MO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & retirement benefits

Paid leave

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a Corporate Real Estate CAPEX Project/Facility Operations Manager in Jefferson City, MO.

You will lead a portfolio of capital projects, coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors, and ensure budget, scope, and schedule alignment to keep critical energy operations running safely and efficiently. You will also support day-to-day facilities operations, drive risk mitigation, maintain safety standards, and potentially expand responsibilities across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, facility management, engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management, construction, facility management, or related areas.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, regulations, building systems, and maintenance.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience using project management software, CRE tools, and accounts payable systems.
• Certifications such as CFM or PMP are advantageous.
• On-site Monday–Friday at Jefferson City, MO.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate capital projects by defining goals, scope, budget, and schedule with owners and stakeholders.
• Oversee contract preparation and management, ensuring obligations and performance requirements are met.
• Monitor construction progress, schedule adherence, and budget stewardship, including on-site reviews.
• Conduct site inspections and manage quality standards to ensure alignment with project specifications.
• Track expenses, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and manage AP within shared‑service tools.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure safety and compliance.
• Serve as a communication hub across owners, contractors, and internal teams.
• Support broader facility operations through maintenance oversight and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Facility management

Budget management

Contract administration

Risk mitigation

Stakeholder communication

On-site leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PM software

CRE tools

Accounts payable systems

Job description

Corporate Real Estate CAPEX Project/ Facility Operations Manager (Jefferson City, MO)

Location: Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America Job ID: R0142151 Date Posted: 2026-08-20 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: Corporate Real Estate CAPEX Project/ Facility Operations Manager (Jefferson City, MO)

The Opportunity In this role, you will help shape the spaces that keep Hitachi Energy’s North America operations running safely, reliably, and efficiently. As the Corporate Real Estate CAPEX Project/ Facility Operations Manager, you will manage a portfolio of construction and capital improvement projects—ranging from small upgrades to large, complex builds—while supporting the day‑to‑day operations of our facilities. You will coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure that each project aligns with defined goals, stays within budget, and meets schedule commitments. Your work directly supports the environments that enable power systems manufacturing, engineering, service operations, and other critical functions that keep the grid moving forward. You will guide construction oversight, quality control, contract administration, and risk mitigation while contributing to safe and sustainable facility practices. As you grow in the role, you will also support and potentially expand into broader facility management responsibilities across the North America portfolio. This opportunity gives you hands‑on exposure to real estate strategy, complex capital delivery, and facility operations that help advance the reliability, safety, and performance of energy‑sector infrastructure.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Plan and coordinate capital projects by defining goals, scope, budget, and schedule with owners and stakeholders.
• Oversee contract preparation and management, ensuring that obligations and performance requirements are met.
• Monitor construction progress, schedule adherence, and budget stewardship, including on‑site reviews and reporting.
• Conduct site inspections and manage quality standards to ensure alignment with project specifications.
• Track expenses, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and manage accounts payable elements within shared‑service tools.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Serve as a communication hub across owners, contractors, and internal teams, supporting clarity and alignment.
• Support facility operations through maintenance oversight, budgeting, stakeholder relationships, and sustainable practices.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, facility management, engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management, construction, facility management, or related areas.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, regulations, building systems, and maintenance procedures.
• Proven abilities in communication, problem‑solving, organizational practices, and managing multiple tasks or teams.
• Experience using project management software, web‑based corporate real estate tools, and accounts payable systems.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) are advantageous.
• Required to be on site Monday–Friday at Jefferson City, MO location.

More About Us

In this role, you will collaborate with experienced professionals across real estate, construction, facility operations, and energy‑sector functions—gaining exposure to both capital delivery and facility management in a dynamic power‑industry environment.

Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy.

A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry.

Access to learning platforms and career development programs.

• Attractive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
• Equal Employment Opportunity Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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