Senior Project Manager - Grid Integration
About the Role
Hitachi Energy is seeking a Grid Integration Senior Project Manager to lead some of the most complex and impactful energy projects in North America. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, you'll oversee multi-million-dollar EPC programs that strengthen the power grid, enable renewable integration, and support the growing demand for reliable energy infrastructure. This position requires relocation to Raleigh, NC, and includes a comprehensive relocation package for qualified candidates.
This role stands out because you will:
- Lead large-scale EPC substation projects valued in the tens to hundreds of millions of dollars
- Drive projects that directly support grid modernization and renewable energy integration
- Partner with engineering, procurement, construction, and utility customers across North America
- Own project performance from kickoff through final delivery
- Join a globally recognized leader shaping the future of sustainable energy
- Receive full relocation support to Raleigh, NC, one of the fastest-growing technology and energy hubs in the country
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex EPC substation and grid integration projects
- Manage project scope, budget, schedule, risk, and customer expectations throughout the project lifecycle
- Drive coordination across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and supply chain teams
- Maintain project financial performance, including forecasting, cash flow, revenue recognition, and profitability
- Utilize Earned Value Management and key performance metrics to drive execution excellence
- Manage customer relationships and serve as the primary escalation point for project delivery
- Support contract negotiation, change order management, claims mitigation, and commercial strategy
- Provide executive-level reporting and communication to stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with all internal and external regulations, procedures, and quality standards
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field
- 8+ years of project management experience in complex industrial, utility, infrastructure, or EPC environments
- Demonstrated experience leading high-voltage substation projects, transmission projects, or utility-scale EPC programs
- Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, contract management, and risk mitigation
- Experience managing customer relationships on large capital projects
- Prior people leadership experience within a matrixed or multinational organization preferred
- PMP certification preferred
- Strong technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities
- Must have authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
Location & Relocation
This role is based in Raleigh, North Carolina. A comprehensive relocation package is offered for qualified hires relocating to the Raleigh area.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match and Contributions
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Hybrid Work Environment
- Permissive Time Off
- Family Support Programs
- Enhanced Leave Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement and Continuous Learning Opportunities
- Employee Resource Groups and Career Development Programs
Background Screening
As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information. For certain roles, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required, such as enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews, sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures. The scope of these checks will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always comply with applicable laws.