Senior Program Manager - Factory Expansion Projects India, BU Transformers

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Program Manager to lead and oversee major factory expansion initiatives-both greenfield and brownfield-across our Transformer business in India. This strategic role is based in Vadodara and is critical to supporting our long-term investment and growth plans in the region. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in industrial project execution, a passion for operational excellence, and the ability to mentor and guide a team of project managers. This role requires a high level of cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, engineering, and capital project delivery.

How you'll make an impact

• Oversee the planning and execution of multiple large-scale investment projects across India, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of Lead Project Managers, Project Specialists, and Coordinators. Act as a mentor to develop project management capabilities across the organization.
• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans in collaboration with HUB and Operations leadership. Ensure effective resource allocation, risk management, and milestone tracking.
• Work closely with Real Estate, Industrial Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and Global Project Management teams to ensure seamless execution and integration of new facilities and equipment.
• Monitor and control project budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure financial discipline across all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Uphold Hitachi Energy's standards for health, safety, environmental compliance, and business ethics throughout all project activities.
• Ensure timely availability of materials, equipment, and infrastructure to support production ramp-up. Coordinate with global supply chain teams, including tracking shipments and resolving material issues.
• Collaborate with the Continuous Improvement team to integrate best practices and innovative solutions into project execution and facility design.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

• Min. Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BE/BTech); Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in relevant field, with a proven track record in managing large-scale industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of P&L management, project financing, and commercial operations.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with statutory, contractual, and regulatory frameworks relevant to industrial projects in India.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required