Senior Project Manager - Grid Integration

Hitachi Energy; Isle Forest (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Raleigh, NC seeks a Senior Project Manager – Grid Integration to lead end-to-end grid integration and substation projects, delivering complex EPC programs that support the transition to renewable energy.

You will collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams, manage budgets and schedules, oversee risk and change management, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while advancing the company's global energy transition goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management.
• Experience leading large-scale EPC projects, preferably in grid, power, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Proven execution experience with Tier1 EPC contractors or owner‑engineers.
• Strong capability in schedule control, cost management, and stakeholder alignment.
• Work authorization to be employed in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning, scheduling, and execution of grid integration and substation projects
• Define project scope, milestones, and deliverables aligned with customer expectations
• Manage budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and overall financial performance
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and energization activities
• Monitor project performance using earned value management tools
• Support contract negotiations, change management, and risk mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements
• Communicate clear, timely project status updates to customers and stakeholders

Skills

Project management

Schedule control

Cost management

Stakeholder alignment

Earned value management

Contract negotiations

Education

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

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Grid Integration

At Hitachi Energy, we don't just build infrastructure— we help shape the future of energy. As a Senior Project Manager – Grid Integration, based in Raleigh, NC, you will play a critical role in delivering complex, high‑voltage substation and grid integration projects that enable the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

You will work within a highly collaborative, cross‑functional environment alongside engineering, procurement, and construction teams, bringing large‑scale turnkey projects to life. From renewable integration and digital substations to strengthening grid reliability, your work will directly support communities, utilities, and industries across North America.

This newly created role offers the opportunity to lead high‑value EPC projects from early planning through execution, commissioning, and phased energization. You will manage challenging, fast‑paced programs with overlapping scopes, multiple subcontractors, and diverse stakeholders—while contributing to continuous improvement and project excellence.

If you thrive in complex environments, enjoy autonomy, and want your work to have real‑world impact on the global energy transition, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a trusted global leader.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead end‑to‑end planning, scheduling, and execution of grid integration and substation projects
• Define project scope, milestones, and deliverables aligned with customer expectations
• Manage budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and overall financial performance
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and energization activities
• Monitor project performance using earned value management tools
• Support contract negotiations, change management, and risk mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements
• Communicate clear, timely project status updates to customers and stakeholders

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management
• Experience leading large‑scale EPC projects, preferably in grid, power, or heavy industrial sectors
• Proven execution experience with Tier1 EPC contractors or owner‑engineers
• Strong capability in schedule control, cost management, and stakeholder alignment
• Work authorization to be employed in the United States

More about us

• Be part of a global organization committed to advancing a sustainable energy future
• Access ongoing learning, development programs, and long‑term career growth opportunities
• Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation and diversity of thought