Data Center Program Lead — Cross‑Functional Delivery

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; South Boston (VA); On-site; Full time

Job description

Step into a high-impact role where strategy meets execution. As a Project Manager within Hitachi Energy’s Transformer Business Unit, you will lead large-scale data center projects that power critical infrastructure across North America. Partnering with key strategic customers, you will coordinate cross‑functional teams, drive project excellence, and ensure seamless delivery across our factory network.

This is an opportunity to shape complex programs from planning through execution while building strong relationships with stakeholders and customers. You’ll be empowered to bring structure, innovation, and continuous improvement to every phase of the project lifecycle. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments, enjoy solving complex challenges, and are passionate about delivering results, this role offers a platform to grow your leadership impact and advance your career.

The opportunity

As a Project Manager within Hitachi Energy’s Transformer Business Unit, you will lead large‑scale data center projects across North America, coordinating cross‑functional teams and ensuring seamless delivery across our factory network.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead project teams with clarity, purpose, and motivation.
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, and quality targets.
• Serve as the primary customer contact and escalation point.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams and external partners.
• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans.
• Monitor risks, performance, and project milestones proactively.
• Drive continuous improvement and share lessons learned.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• PMP certification (preferred) or willingness to obtain certification.
• Experience managing scope, cost, schedule, and vendors.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with tools such as SAP, MS Project, and Excel.

More about us

• Thrive in a collaborative, inclusive environment focused on growth and innovation.
• Access ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• Be part of a global organization committed to sustainability, safety, and integrity.

Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job type: Full time

Experience: Experienced

Job function: Project | Program Management

Contract: Regular

Publication date: 2026-05-11

Reference number: R0129192

About Hitachi Energy

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.

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