Are you ready to lead a high-impact team delivering critical infrastructure projects that help power the world? Hitachi Energy is seeking a collaborative and results-driven
Project Management Team Lead to oversee the successful execution of Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) and Generator Circuit Breaker (GCB) projects while developing the next generation of project management talent. In this leadership role, you will guide a team of project managers and site coordinators through the execution of complex, customer-focused projects. You'll play a key role in driving operational excellence, strengthening project management capabilities, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced project management professional who enjoys leading people, improving processes, and collaborating across engineering, supply chain, operations, sales, and customer teams. You'll have the chance to influence strategic project execution, mentor and develop team members, and contribute directly to the continued growth and success of a global technology leader shaping the future of sustainable energy.
How you'll make an impact
- Lead and develop a team of project managers and site coordinators supporting GIS and GCB projects.
- Serve as the primary escalation point for project execution challenges and customer concerns.
- Coach, mentor, and support the professional growth of project management personnel.
- Drive consistent use of project management processes, tools, and best practices across the team.
- Partner with engineering, operations, supply chain, sales, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
- Monitor project portfolio performance, proactively identifying risks, resource constraints, and execution challenges.
- Support workload forecasting and resource planning to balance business priorities and team development.
- Facilitate continuous improvement, lessons learned, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to strengthen organizational capability.
- Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
Your background
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field; advanced degree is an asset.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in project management, engineering, operations, or a related technical/business environment, including progressive leadership responsibilities.
- Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing project management professionals and cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of ERP systems, preferably SAP, and their application to project financials, procurement, material management, and project execution.
- Demonstrated commercial acumen, including experience managing project risk, scope changes, contractual requirements, and execution challenges.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across technical, operational, commercial, and leadership functions.
More about us
- Join Hitachi Energy, a global leader advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and industry-leading technology.
- Grow your career through meaningful leadership opportunities, professional development programs, mentorship, and ongoing learning initiatives.
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and purpose-driven culture where your ideas, expertise, and contributions make a lasting impact.
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