Project Tender Planning Specialist
The opportunity
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy system. Our innovations help keep communities powered, industries operating, and essential services running-impacting more than three quarters of the world's population. With over 100 years of engineering heritage and a strong commitment to diversity and collaboration, we balance social, environmental, and economic value to enable a sustainable future.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, this role offers the opportunity to support complex and impactful energy infrastructure projects, including HVDC systems that enable large-scale renewable integration. As a Project Planning Specialist, you will play a key role during tendering and early execution phases, working closely with cross-functional teams to develop reliable, integrated schedules that support confident decision-making and successful project delivery. This is a great opportunity to deepen planning expertise, gain exposure to large-scale EPC environments, and contribute to projects that shape how energy moves across regions and communities.
How you'll make an impact
- Develop tender and early-phase project schedules using Primavera P6
- Analyze durations, logic, critical paths, and schedule risks
- Convert tender schedules into execution-ready baselines
- Integrate engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and construction activities
- Track progress and identify schedule deviations and trends
- Prepare schedule narratives and planning documentation
- Collaborate with project, engineering, and procurement teams
- Contribute to continuous improvement of planning standards and tools
- 3-5 years of experience in project planning or scheduling
- Working knowledge of Primavera P6 and logic-driven scheduling
- Experience supporting tender, bid, or proposal schedules
- Understanding of WBS/CBS structures and critical path methodology
- Ability to interpret technical scope and contract requirements
- Professional proficiency in English; French language skills are an asset
- Work on global energy projects that accelerate the energy transition
- Benefit from strong learning, mobility, and career development opportunities
- Join a collaborative, inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued
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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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