Strategic Operations Leader - Power Consulting

The Opportunity

Be part of a global, diverse, and dynamic team leading the charge in the energy transition. At Hitachi Energy, our Power Consulting unit is driving strategic and innovative initiatives in the energy sector, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to shape a more sustainable future.

As Operational Leader, you will be a key driver of operational excellence, supporting the Quality, Continuous Improvement & Operations Manager to ensure seamless project execution and continuous improvement across our consulting business. You will coordinate resources, optimize processes, and foster collaboration between global teams and support functions.

This role offers the chance to learn from industry experts, gain exposure to international projects, and develop leadership skills in a dynamic environment.

Your energy, our future-together.

How you'll make an impact

• Coordinate and optimize resource planning for consulting projects-ensuring timely delivery and operational excellence.
• Drive operational excellence on a global stage-coordinating consulting workloads and fostering seamless collaboration across diverse teams
• Support financial performance through accurate tracking, reporting, and cost control across all activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance and client contractual requirements-protecting quality and integrity.
• Mitigate risks by identifying operational challenges early and implementing robust action plans.
• Standardize processes and tools across consulting engagements to enhance consistency and scalability.
• Act as a connector between delivery teams and support functions (Finance, HR, Procurement) to streamline collaboration.
• Provide visibility by contributing to operational dashboards and performance reports for leadership decision-making.

• Operational Expertise: Proven experience in operational management or project coordination within consulting or similar environments.
• Project Management Skills: Strong capabilities in scheduling, resource planning, and risk management.
• Financial Acumen: Experience in financial tracking, cost control, and forecasting for projects.
• Process Improvement Knowledge: Familiarity with methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Analytical & Communication Skills: Ability to interpret data, influence stakeholders, and collaborate across global teams.
• Governance & Compliance: Skilled in implementing best practices and ensuring adherence to internal and contractual standards.