Senior Project Manager, Grid & Power Systems

Hitachi, Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Houston, Texas is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale projects across the Americas. You will manage project scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder communications to deliver mission-critical grid solutions.

The role requires 8+ years in project management, PMI or equivalent certification, and fluency in English and Spanish. Some travel (about 10%) is expected as projects span geographies and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Computer Science.
• 8+ years of project management experience, including large-scale commercial projects.
• PMI or equivalent Project Management Certification required.
• Fluent in English and Spanish; travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution from start to finish, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams to create a positive experience.
• Oversee financial performance and resource planning for optimal efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on track and successful.
• Prepare clear, actionable reports for stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Negotiate and manage contracts to maximize value for Hitachi Energy.
• Drive continuous improvement and foster a customer-focused culture.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Customer relationship management

Communication

Spanish language

English language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Computer Science

Job description

Hitachi Energy in Houston, Texas is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale projects across the Americas. You will manage project scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder communications to deliver mission-critical grid solutions.

The role requires 8+ years in project management, PMI or equivalent certification, and fluency in English and Spanish. Some travel (about 10%) is expected as projects span geographies and teams.