Project Director HVDC North America

Hitachi•Raleigh, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Project Director for its HVDC global product group to lead execution and timely delivery of large-scale power transmission and distribution projects in North America. The role involves managing multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects and leading a large, diverse global team of project managers and specialists. The Project Director is responsible for safety, quality, project delivery, risk and change management, and project profit and loss. The position works with clients, subcontractors, and business partners in complex, multicultural environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master of Science degree, preferably in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
Excellent written and spoken English fluency.
Proven track record delivering large-scale EPC or turnkey projects in power, energy, industrial, infrastructure, or oil and gas sectors.
Strong communication skills and ability to manage client relationships and subcontractor interactions.
Understanding of risk assessments, method statements, and project methodologies.
Ability to analyze complex contracts and navigate local project regulations.
Stress resilience, flexibility, creativity, and ability to adapt to unforeseen situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in power generation, transmission and distribution, or power conversion, including HVDC and substations.
PMP or PMI certification.

Responsibilities

Lead execution of multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion.
Provide supportive leadership to a large, diverse global team, including project managers and specialists.
Promote safety, health, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage change, assess risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation strategies.
Own project profit and loss, including budget planning and execution.
Build relationships and communicate and collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and business partners.