Senior Project Manager (Energy Systems EPC projects)

hitachi; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) with company match

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Family care benefits

Work-Life programs

Hybrid work environment

Permissive time off

Training & development

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large EPC energy projects in North America. You will steer multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets, schedules and risk, and ensure safety compliance throughout execution.

The role supports the GPQSS group with a hybrid work setup and requires travel to customer sites and project locations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years leading large electrical EPC projects.
• Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering, PM, or Construction Management.
• Experience with different contracting models and strong financials.
• Willingness to travel 25%+ domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project execution plans, scope, schedules and resources.
• Own project financial performance including budgets and cash flow.
• Lead risk and opportunity management for project outcomes.
• Coordinate procurement strategies with Supply Chain and subcontracts.
• Serve as primary customer contact and provide project reporting.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder comms

Cross-functional

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/PM/Construction Mgmt

Tools

SAP

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Job ID: R0137714

Date Posted: 2026-08-12

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Senior Project Manager (Energy Systems EPC projects)

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support our growing North America FACTS and Substation business (GPQSS). The GPQSS team provides solutions which help enhance the safety, reliability and efficiency of power networks while minimizing environmental impact. Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful conclusion of EPC project. This key role oversees project teams, who coordinate activities to ensure that work is completed on time and within budget, to a high standard. As well as provide leadership to strategically manage risk, monitor finances and ensure each phase of work is started or completed on time. Ensure the project follows and complies with company health, safety, and environmental policies. If you have a proven track record and passion for driving large complex EPC projects, we want to hear from you!

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develop and manage project execution plans, scope, schedules, resource plans, goals, and deliverables.
• Own project financial performance, including budgets, forecasts, cash flow, margins, and project health tracking.
• Lead risk and opportunity management activities to support successful project outcomes.
• Manage project scope, changes, claims, negotiations, and approvals in accordance with contract requirements.
• Partner with Supply Chain teams on procurement strategies, subcontracting activities, bid evaluations, and awards.
• Serve as the primary customer contact and provide project reporting that promotes effective communication and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate project quality activities, address non-conformities, and support internal and external audits.
• Work closely with EHS teams to develop and enforce project-specific safety plans throughout project execution.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization for the United States.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or Construction Management.
• 8+ years of experience managing large, multi-faceted electrical projects, including large or mega projects.
• Experience working with different contractual models.
• Solid financial and commercial management skills.
• Proficiency with SAP, MS Project, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including experience coordinating multinational and remote teams; willingness to travel 25% or more domestically and internationally.
• Substation, switchyard, or brownfield project experience a plus

More About Us

• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
• Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Financial Wellbeing: (Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance)
• Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance
• Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption)
• Hybrid Work Environment: This role operates in a hybrid work environment, with a combination of in-office and remote collaboration based on business needs.
• Permissive Time Off: No accrued hours, take the time you need
• Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where