HVDC Project Director — Global Mega-Projects (Hybrid)

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global project exposure

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Energy, Raleigh, NC, seeks an experienced Project Director for its HVDC global product group to lead the execution and timely delivery of large-scale power transmission projects. You will guide a high-performing international team, ensure safety, quality, and project success, and own the project P&L while coordinating with clients, subcontractors, and partners.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant engineering degree, excellent English, and a proven track record delivering EPC/turnkey

Qualifications

• Lead the execution of multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion.
• Provide strong leadership for a large global team, including project managers and other specialists.
• Foster a culture of safety, prioritizing health and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively manage change, assess risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Take full ownership of project P&L, leading budget planning and execution.
• Build strong relationships, effectively communicate with clients, subcontractors and partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-million-dollar EPC megaprojects from initiation to delivery.
• Lead a global, diverse team of professionals.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance across the lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

EPC project delivery

P&L ownership

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Education

Engineering degree (BSc/MSc)

Job description

Hitachi Energy, Raleigh, NC, seeks an experienced Project Director for its HVDC global product group to lead the execution and timely delivery of large-scale power transmission projects. You will guide a high-performing international team, ensure safety, quality, and project success, and own the project P&L while coordinating with clients, subcontractors, and partners.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant engineering degree, excellent English, and a proven track record delivering EPC/turnkey