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Senior Project Manager

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Hiring Remotely in England, GBR
Senior level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in England, GBR
Senior level
Lead cross-functional project teams to plan, execute, monitor and close projects. Ensure project governance, financial control, risk management, stakeholder engagement and HSE compliance. Support bids and proposals, capture lessons learned, and pursue continuous professional development including Hitachi project management certification.
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Location:

Remote - England, United Kingdom

Job ID:

R0110187

Date Posted:

2026-02-18

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Project/Program Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The opportunity
The Project Manager leads the execution of projects and ensures that  all related activities are performed in accordance with company policies, contractual agreements, quality  standards, health, safety & environment requirements, financial targets, as well as schedule commitments.

Our teams follow sound methodology and execution practices in accordance with internal standard procedures, manage the integrated schedule and cost control performance measurement process for the project’s entire scope of work related to substations.

(Also note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position)

How you'll make an impact

  • Effectively monitoring and controlling project progress and efficient resource utilization. Monitoring and controlling project financials, overseeing project invoicing status, cost, expenses and cash flow.
  • Identifying, qualifying, quantifying and managing project risks, and ensuring that all opportunities are identified and pursued. Driving the formal acceptance of the project, ensuring contract close-out and its acknowledgement by the customer.
  • Procuring all required services, materials and equipment from external and internal suppliers, including support in negotiations, claims and project changes.
  •  Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Acting as the key contact for the customer and an escalation point for project issues
  • Ensures that the project follows execution best practices and company policies. Effectively monitors and controls project progress and efficient resource utilization.
  • Acts as the key contact for the customer and an escalation point for project issues. Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and effectively communicates with all stakeholders.
  • Ensures projects follow and complies with company health, safety, and environmental policies such as “Don’t look the other way”, Lean 6 Sigma and Power Grids hazard reporting.

Your background:

  • Proven industry experience, working on project related to transformers and, or substations is essential
  • Member of working towards professional membership of an appropriate body e.g PMI, APM, IET
  • A Specialist Professional (P4) is a recognized subject matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.
  • Has proven knowledge of project management methodologies such as the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and standards set through the Project Management Institute (PMI) and PRINCE2 (or equivalents).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability and confidence for senior audiences.
  • Has strong analysis and problem-solving skills to quickly analyses complex situations.

More about us

We offer fantastic opportunities to work on dynamic, high-impact and cutting-edge industry initiatives that are making a crucial impact to society whilst also offering the vibrancy of working within a world-leading global organization.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.
Background Screening and Security Checks

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, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

Hitachi London, England Office

London, United Kingdom

Hitachi Maidenhead, England Office

Whitebrook Park, Lower Cookham Road, Maidenhead, United Kingdom, SL6 8YA

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