Manager - Operations Projects Control (EMEA)

The opportunity

We strive to be world leaders in electric power by helping countries to have greener, stronger and cleaner electricity. By bringing sustainable energy to more and more people, we can reduce our impact on the planet. When you work with us, you will therefore be part of a higher purpose where each department contributes. Together we can encourage the next innovation - to make life better for everyone.

We are looking for a Manager for the Project Controls in EMEA region to be a Center of Expertise for planning, monitoring, controlling and execution for organization's scope in project deliveries within HVDC business.

How you'll make an impact

• Ensure that fit-for purpose discipline and department detailed planning & scheduling are developed and applied in all projects and tenders.
• Act as the center of expertise for project controls within EMEA region.
• Manage your team with a focus on operational execution and short/medium-term operational/tactical responsibilities.
• Being responsible for human resource planning, selection, development and performance management.
• Implement department work instructions and align with a common way of working with tools and systems.
• Conduct transfer of experience and lessons learnt sessions and hold regular portfolio performance review meetings within the group.
• Analyze requirements and ensure that essential work activities are for each discipline and department are identified, and proper systems are in place for controlling projects.
• Being responsible for resource allocation and prioritization decisions.

Your background

• You have a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent knowledge and experience from system development or EPC projects, preferably within HVDC technology.
• Proven leadership skills, with a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
• You are structured, flexible and hold great qualifications in project management or cost engineering.
• You have great skills in planning and controlling a time schedule and budgeted cost as well as a genuine technical interest with a drive to continuously develop your skills within other fields.
• Knowledge of how to use Microsoft's Office suite of software, especially Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Fluent in written and spoken English. Knowledge of Swedish is desirable.

What we offer

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

More about us

Does the above description sound like you? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don't delay - apply today!

Recruiting Manager Rachit Sharma, rachit.sharma@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46 107-38 25 73; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Kevin Galloway, kevin.galloway@hitachienergy.com.

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Client-provided location(s): Västerås, Sweden

Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-143983

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-20T23:37:58