Hub Operations Manager

You as a Hub Operations Manager (Open) for will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. You will be responsible for Global management of all project execution activities in responsibility. Ensure global operations are executed in accordance with company procedures, contract specifications, quality standards, health, safety & environment requirements, financial targets, as well as schedule commitments. Coordinate and oversee team development and standardized process development to continually improve effectiveness of project execution teams.

Your responsibilities

• Projecting leadership Define and leads implementation of continuous improvements for the project execution strategy for the global project operation, in alignment with Division and Business Unit business strategies.
• Projecting portfolio Ensures that the global portfolio of projects is managed consistently, based on best practices and Hitachi Energy Policies.
• Instructing and guiding Leads and overseas the project execution teams globally, ensuring that Hitachi Energy Policies are consistently followed. Develops, customizes and continuously improves standard processes and work instructions by adopting Hitachi Energy and external best practices. Ensures that lessons learned from project execution are analyzed and conclusions are incorporated in continuous improvement actions.
• Budgeting, sales and operations planning Participates in the budgeting process, jointly with Global Business Unit/Product Group Manager and Controller. Participates in Sales and Operations Planning with other members of the Business Unit/Product Group Management team and takes actions to close potential gaps in project execution capacity.
• Project execution and control Supervises project execution and performance management through project reviews with management and Project Managers to ensure contract fulfilment and approves any project deviations Takes an active role in resolving escalated project issues, especially those raised by customers. Ensures that projects are formally closed out, as contractually agreed.
• Contract and claims ensure that all projects consistently apply contract and claims management, in accordance with Hitachi Energy Policies and contractual agreements.
• Stakeholder relations Builds and maintains relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. Serves as an escalation point for individual and systemic project management issues within the project execution team.
• Health, safety and environment (HSE) Validates and supports that adequate HSE measures are taken in the respective project operations functions and that an HSE culture is implemented and maintained in the organization.
• People leadership and development Ensures that the area of responsibility is structured to fit the business model, sufficiently staffed with skilled resources, and directed appropriately. Guides, motivates, and develops direct and indirect reports within HR policies. Oversees competency assessments and ensures that the project staff is licensed and certified appropriately. Leads and coaches the project execution teams to achieve defined business objectives. Drives efficiency and effectiveness, improve cash flow, revenue, and profitability. Defines organization of the project in coordination with the Project Manager by assigning project team members to projects based on competencies, customers, and availability.
• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management.
• 10+ years of experience in operations, Engineering
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities
• Proficient in using relevant software and technologies
• Hands-on experience with process improvement methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, etc.