Senior Project Manager

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable​ energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation
HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. It is also used to connect power systems.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for project execution, budget, time schedule, project scope & changes, project team management and effective communication with both internal & external stakeholders. You will be the customer voice into our organization and will secure customer satisfaction and achievement of overall project goals. Our Projects are global and multidisciplinary and deal with partial upgrades as well as comprehensive upgrading of existing HVDC projects. The size of projects varies from 10 – 250 MUSD.
Our leaders are the engine for bringing the inclusion and diversity of thought to life and we need you who want to be a part of our journey!
We are interested in knowing more about you and what you can contribute, so do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. You will be based in Ludvika in Sweden, and we also offer flexible work-from-home options.
Your responsibilities
Leading the project team with clear guidelines, tasks and milestones, while motivating and providing feedback.
Managing all aspects of the project to agreed-upon customer requirements and ensuring all technical, safety, quality and financial targets are met.
Overseeing the development of project plan documents in relation to scope, budget, schedule, and risk management.
Monitoring each stage of project implementation to ensure best practices in cost control, resource efficiency, risk management and health, safety and the environment.
Identifying, analyzing and addressing project risks, with the regular sharing of lessons learned.
Coordinating contract negotiation and claims with customers, in collaboration with the Supply Chain and Legal functions.
Achieving project deliverables and compliance with contract requirements.
Building strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.
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
A minimum of 3 years’ experience from professionally managing partial or full scope HVDC or sub-station projects.
Experiences aside, an important aspect is your great attitude. We are looking for you, who has collaborative, solutions-oriented approach, and strong communication skills, as well as commercial mindset.
You get your messages across in a coherent and clear way and lead your projects with great confidence – and you have the character to stand straight in good times and bad times alike.
You contribute with your positive and proactive mindset, as well as with your ability to create a good atmosphere.
Proficiency in English and Swedish, both written and spoken, is required. Additional language skills will be an advantage.

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply by 15th of February! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today
Recruiting Manager Greger Karlsson, greger.karlsson@hitachienergy.com will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, + 46 107-38 29 86; Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12; Unionen: Fredrik Holmgren, +46 107-38 21 85. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Petra Berggren, petra.berggren@hitachienergy.com
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