Project Manager
The opportunity
Hitachi Energy is renowned worldwide as a specialist for electrical power transmission and distribution. As a global leader, we revolutionized high-voltage technology and pioneered many world's firsts to bring safety, reliability and efficiency to power networks around the globe. High Voltage Products manufacturing facilities around the world, >100 locations worldwide providing 24/7 service. We have No.1 market share, installed 1 out of 4 high-voltage switchgear in the world, >500k high-voltage circuit-breakers installed globally.
How you'll make an impact
1. You will be responsible for AIS project management after order handover, acting as the key interface among customers, sales, engineering, production, quality, supply chain, logistics, finance, and service teams to ensure smooth project execution and customer satisfaction.
2. You will review contract requirements, technical and commercial scope, delivery terms, project milestones, payment terms, and special customer requirements, and translate them into executable project plans and internal actions.
3. You will plan, coordinate, monitor, and control AIS project execution, including engineering document submission, material readiness, production progress, inspection and FAT arrangement, shipment preparation, delivery follow-up, and project closure.
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4. You will proactively identify project risks related to schedule, cost, quality, technical clarification, customer changes, logistics, and payment collection, and drive mitigation actions with relevant functions to protect project delivery and profitability.
5. You will maintain regular communication with internal and external customers, provide timely project status updates, manage customer expectations, coordinate customer visits and FAT activities, and support issue resolution during project execution.
6. You will support OR/SR forecast, revenue recognition, on-time delivery, cost control, claim prevention, payment collection, and other project performance targets in line with business requirements.
7. You will lead or participate in project review meetings, lessons learned sharing, process improvement activities, and cross-functional problem solving to continuously improve AIS project management efficiency and execution quality.
8. You will complete other tasks assigned by the Department Manager.
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.
9. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
10. 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
1. Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, Project Management, or a related field.
2. Minimum 2 years of experience in project management, order execution, or customer project delivery.
3. Strong cross-functional coordination and communication skills.
4. Proven ability to identify risks and drive problem resolution.
5. Good written and spoken English communication skills.
6. Experience in high-voltage electrical equipment, substation equipment, switchgear, or power transmission and distribution industries is preferred.
7. PMP certification or other project management qualifications are preferred.
More about us
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :
1.Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
2.Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
3.Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)
4.Long service awards
5.Flexible Working(subject to role)
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested - don't delay, apply today! All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Percy Guan, WeChat: Percy_GUAN.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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