Global HVDC Project Director - EPC Mega-Projects

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Global career opportunities

Training programs

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking an experienced Project Director for its HVDC global product group in Raleigh, NC.

The role leads multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects, guiding a high-performing, diverse team to deliver projects on time, within budget, and with a strong safety and quality focus. The executive position requires a proven track record in power transmission projects, excellent English, and the ability to manage complex contracts and stakeholders across a global organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master of Science in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
• Excellent fluency in written and spoken English.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale EPC/turnkey projects in power, energy, industrial, infrastructure or oil & gas sectors.
• Experience in power generation, transmission & distribution, or power conversion (HVDC, substations) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with client and subcontractor management.
• Understanding of risk assessments, method statements, and project methodologies (PMP/PMI certification a plus).
• Ability to analyze complex contracts and navigate local project regulations.
• Stress-resilience with flexibility and adaptability to unforeseen situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Provide strong leadership for a large global team including project managers and specialists.
• Foster a culture of safety, health, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively manage risks, opportunities, and change with effective mitigation strategies.
• Own project P&L, including budget planning and execution.
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and business partners.

Skills

Leadership

EPC project delivery

P&L management

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's or Master in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Job description

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking an experienced Project Director for its HVDC global product group in Raleigh, NC.

The role leads multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects, guiding a high-performing, diverse team to deliver projects on time, within budget, and with a strong safety and quality focus. The executive position requires a proven track record in power transmission projects, excellent English, and the ability to manage complex contracts and stakeholders across a global organization.