Remote Project Manager - Transformer Services

Hitachi; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Paid leave and flexible work programs

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking a Project/Program Manager to lead transformer service projects in the United States.

The role emphasizes end-to-end project delivery, coordinating engineers, technicians, and subcontractors, while maintaining strong customer communication and regulatory compliance. The position requires 5+ years in project management for transformer services or heavy industrial equipment, with PMP or equivalent certification desirable and proficiency in MS Project or Primavera

Qualifications

• Work authorization to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field, or an associate degree with 7+ years in transformer/substation field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in project management focusing 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage 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.

Skills

Project management

MS Project

Primavera P6

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Engineering/PM

Associate degree + 7+ years transformer/substation experience

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking a Project/Program Manager to lead transformer service projects in the United States.

The role emphasizes end-to-end project delivery, coordinating engineers, technicians, and subcontractors, while maintaining strong customer communication and regulatory compliance. The position requires 5+ years in project management for transformer services or heavy industrial equipment, with PMP or equivalent certification desirable and proficiency in MS Project or Primavera