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Hitachi Energy

Team Manager - HVDC Valve Project Management (PVP)

Chennai, India

Business Information:

Hitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. We help to power your home, keep the factories running, and our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation. Visit us - www.hitachienergy.com.

Our Indian Operations Centre (INOPC) is a competence center with around 2000+ skilled engineers who focus on tendering, engineering, planning, procurement, functional system testing, installation supervision, and commissioning. Over the last decade, INOPC has evolved to become the largest engineering hub serving more than 40 countries across different energy sectors. The team caters to the four business units-Transformers, Grid Integration, Grid Automation, High Voltage and has successfully executed engineering and commissioning for projects in more than 80 countries.

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HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) and HVDC Light are highly efficient alternatives for transmitting bulk power and for special purpose applications. The classic HVDC technology is used to transmit electric power over long distances by overhead transmission lines or submarine cables. It is also used to interconnect separate power systems, where traditional alternating current (AC) connections cannot be used. HVDC Light® is a power transmission technology developed by Hitachi Energy that offers additional benefits compared to HVDC Classic.

Mission Statement:

The Project Manager for Valves has the responsibility to ensure deliveries of the projects according to plan, lead the project technical team, monitor the valve factory deliverables, procurement, testing, and material handling based on project requirements. Co-ordinating with cross functional teams globally to ensure the delivery of the project and leading the project by mitigating risks and assessing opportunities.

Your Responsibilities:

  • You will lead the project management team and ensure delivery of a portfolio of projects on time.
  • You will continuous Interaction with Sweden global team on management reviews, project allocations, resource management & team management with focus on global HVDC business & provide directions to the team, focus on safety, on-time delivery, quality, and cost control.
  • You will ensure that that the project managers are also engaged in tenders in early stages & lessons learnt in previous projects are communicated, discussed & taken care for better project execution.
  • You will ensure that the project managers are in complete project cost control, monitoring & review with multiple teams, participating in review and challenge of cost estimate.
  • You will ensure that project teams are adequately resourced, developed, and equipped to meet needs & co-ordinate with other functional heads for project resource requirements.
  • You will create and implement plans to ensure that business risks are identified, documented, mitigation plan is in place and opportunities maximized & support in financial plans creation and budget estimate.
  • You will lead the project forecast scenarios in neutral & optimistic manner on a 3-year scale to the management taking vital inputs from cross-functional teams & tendering.
  • You will lead & support manpower discussions with management & other teams with forecast projects & projects under execution, clearly defined phases & project movement at factory & at site.
  • You will also need to collaborate with various cross-functional teams and customers. You will work at the global market with possibility to many exciting travels to look forward to.
  • You will be part of local management and act as a "sounding board" within the organization & analysis and risk management will also be among your tasks.
  • 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:

  • Education Qualification: B. E / B. Tech / M.Tech in Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation or Mechanical Engineer.
  • You should have minimum work experience of 15 to 18 years into project management.
  • You should have lead a team of multiple project managers handling EPC/turnkey projects.
  • You must have knowledge in Customer coordination and cost management.
  • Risk management and schedule management.
  • Strong knowledge in MS Project, MS Office: Word, Excel
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-starter caliber who could own tasks through to completion.

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Client-provided location(s): Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-74479
Employment Type: Full Time

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
  • 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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