Project Manager Data Center Transformer Services

Hitachi Energy; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Paid leave

Flexible work programs

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in California is seeking a Project Manager for transformer service projects from planning to completion, coordinating cross-functional teams, budgets, and customer communications.

You will manage risks, track KPIs, ensure compliance, and travel as needed. The role requires five years of project management experience in transformer services or heavy industrial equipment; PMP is desirable.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States with required work permits.
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience as stated.
• Five+ years in project management, transformer services or heavy industrial equipment.
• PMP or equivalent certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle of transformer service projects from planning to closure.
• Develop project plans with scope, timelines, resources and budgets.
• Coordinate engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Serve as primary customer contact and manage expectations.
• Identify risks and prepare contingency plans.
• Track KPIs and report progress to management.
• Manage budgets and support cost-effective delivery.
• Contribute to post-project reviews and process improvements.
• Ensure adherence to regulations and internal procedures.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field

Associate degree with 7+ years in transformer/substation field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

The Opportunity

Manage transformer service projects from planning through completion, overseeing scope, schedules, resources, budgets, vendors, and customer communication. The role coordinates cross-functional teams, addresses project risks and execution challenges, tracks performance, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. Project work supports the reliable maintenance and repair of transformer assets while helping ensure successful project execution, customer satisfaction, and compliance with quality, safety, and environmental requirements.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Manage the full lifecycle of transformer service projects from initiation through closure.

• Develop project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and third-party contractors.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, maintaining communication and managing expectations throughout project execution.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues while developing contingency plans.

• Monitor project progress, track KPIs, and provide regular updates to management.

• Manage project budgets, approve expenditures, and support cost-effective project delivery.

• Support post-project reviews and continuous improvement of project management processes and tools within the Services Division.

• 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 Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or an associate degree with more than seven years of experience in the transformer or substation field.

• Minimum of five years of experience in project management with a focus on transformer services or heavy industrial equipment.

• Experience delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

• Understanding of transformer technology, maintenance, and repair processes preferred.

• Proficiency with project management software, including MS Project or Primavera P6.

• PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.

More About Us

This role offers exposure to transformer service projects, customer engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and process improvement within the Services Division.

• Work on transformer service projects supporting the maintenance and repair of power infrastructure assets.

• Collaborate with experienced professionals, including engineers, technicians, subcontractors, vendors, sales teams, and project stakeholders.

• Participate in continuous improvement activities, post-project reviews, and the development of project management processes and tools.

• Access learning and development opportunities through project execution, collaboration, and process improvement initiatives.

• Health and retirement benefits are available as part of Hitachi Energy's total rewards offerings.

• Paid leave and flexible work programs are available in accordance with company policies.

• Travel domestically and internationally to meet with customers, vendors, and sales teams.

California

For applicants in California, the expected salary range for this position is $118,400.00 - $148,000.00 USD annually. Actual compensation may vary based on factors permitted by law, including location, education, experience, skills, and business considerations.