Senior Project Manager HVDC North America

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Job ID: R0142065

Date Posted: 2026-08-28

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a part of Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and installs DC transmission systems on a global market.

The opportunity As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for large HVDC project execution, budget, time schedule, project scope & changes, project team management and effective communication with both internal & external stakeholders. You will be the customer´s voice into our organization and will secure customer satisfaction and achievement of overall project goals. Our Projects are global and multidisciplinary and our project teams are multicultural and multinational.

Our leaders are the engine for bringing the inclusion and diversity of thought to life and we need you who want to be a part of our journey!

We are interested in knowing more about you and what you can contribute, so do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead large EPC HVDC projects (500M+ USD of value) end-to-end with full P&L responsibility, including construction/civil engineering, mechanical & electrical scope.
• Manage project team with clear direction, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and achievement of technical, safety, quality, and financial targets.
• Oversee project planning including scope, budget, schedule, and risk.
• Monitor implementation stages to ensure cost control, resource efficiency, and compliance with HSE standards.
• Build strong relationships with customers, technology partners, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Travel to the job sites at least once per month.
• Manage contract amendments, variation orders and claims in collaboration with contract, supply chain and legal functions.
• Drive project deliverables, identify and address risks, and ensure lessons learned are shared to improve ongoing and future projects.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and internal standards.
• Manage contract negotiations and claims in collaboration with contracts and legal functions.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background

• University degree in electrical, mechanical or civil engineering.
• Proven experience of project management in energy and power industry - minimum 10 years of delivering turn-key projects in energy & power industry (from FEED stage until commissioning and completion).
• You hold PMP (PMI) project management certification.
• You enjoy collaboration and want to work in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
• As a Project Manager you are structured, open-minded and communicative.
• You are a curious person with the drive to challenge yourself and the organization for continuous development in both short and long term.

Our benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match and Contributions
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Hybrid Work Environment
• Permissive Time Off
• Family Support Programs
• Enhanced Leave Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement and Continuous Learning Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups and Career Development Programs

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We combine world-class technology, global expertise, and a collaborative culture to deliver the critical infrastructure powering communities around the world.

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