Senior Project Manager HVDC North America

Hitachi•Raleigh, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager will lead the execution of large HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects in North America, with full profit-and-loss responsibility. The role oversees project scope, budget, schedule, changes, and team performance, while ensuring customer satisfaction and achievement of project goals. Projects are global and multidisciplinary, involving multicultural and multinational teams and internal and external stakeholders. The position includes oversight of construction and civil engineering, mechanical, and electrical scope; coordination with customers, technology partners, subcontractors, and stakeholders; and management of contract amendments, variation orders, negotiations, and claims. The role also includes regular travel to job sites, at least once per month.

Requirements

University degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering.
At least 10 years of project management experience delivering turnkey projects in the energy and power industry, from FEED stage through commissioning and completion.
PMP project management certification from PMI.
Ability and interest to collaborate in a dynamic, multicultural environment.
Structured, open-minded, and communicative approach to project management.
Curiosity and drive to challenge oneself and the organization and support continuous development.

Responsibilities

Lead large EPC HVDC projects valued at $500 million or more from start to finish, with full P&L responsibility, including construction/civil engineering, mechanical, and electrical scope.
Direct the project team, provide clear direction, and align work with customer requirements and technical, safety, quality, and financial targets.
Oversee project planning for scope, budget, schedule, and risk.
Monitor project implementation to control costs, use resources efficiently, and comply with HSE standards.
Build relationships with customers, technology partners, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
Travel to job sites at least once per month.
Manage contract amendments, variation orders, and claims in collaboration with contract, supply chain, and legal functions.
Manage contract negotiations and claims in collaboration with contracts and legal functions.
Drive project deliverables, identify and address risks, and share lessons learned to improve current and future projects.
Ensure compliance with contract requirements and internal standards.
Uphold Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity by taking responsibility for personal actions and caring for colleagues and the business.