Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Hitachi Energy

HBL Project Controls Manager

Posted: Oct 16, 2025

Job Description

The opportunityHitachi Energy's Grid Integration business unit has delivered more than 4,000 projects over the last 15 years. Our Grid Integration portfolio spans a wide range of transmission and substation applications, which facilitate reliable and efficient system integration of the future digital electric network with minimum environmental impact.We incorporate the integrated systems, solutions and services of our business' DC and AC fields, including HVDC, Substations, FACTS, Grid and Power Quality solutions such as offshore wind connections, and Semiconductors. We offer Power Consulting for key segments in the energy system, such as renewables, transmission distribution and as well as e-transportation solutions.How You’ll Make An ImpactYou will set-up and supervises the Project Control taskforce and delegates responsibilities for areas of work to be undertaken to ensure all Project Control services are provided to the project. Works with Group and Division Project Controls Manager to develop, implement and continuously improve standard processes, tools and ways of working by applying best practices to internal environment and experience.You will ensure the lessons learned during project execution are incorporated as part of continual improvement and arranges the project control work allocation so that it makes best use of the individual capabilities and the team resources. Confirms that the individuals have a continuing understanding of, and commitment to, the allocation of work and their roles and responsibilities. Supervises project controls execution and performance through scheduled project reviews with project controls team, management, and Project Managers to ensure adherence to contract. Verifies and approves any project deviations (costs or technical-operational solutions). Takes an active role in escalated customer issues and determines corrective actions to optimize the project performance.You will ensure the portfolio of projects follows sound methodology and execution practices in accordance with internal standard procedures, and projects are closed as per contracts entered with customers and ensure the portfolio of projects follows contract and claim methodologies in accordance with internal standard procedures, and as per contracts entered with customers.You will build and maintains relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, consulting on revenues planning, resource planning, and other project execution issues. Serves as an escalation point for systemic project management issues.You will ensure the portfolio of projects follows good project planning methodology and execution tracking and reporting practices as per contracts entered with customers and ensures that timely and effective project review preparations and project reviews takes place.You will guide, motivate and develop direct and indirect reports. Manages competency assessments and development of the project controls staff.You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.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 backgroundYou hold a bachelor's degree.Extensive experience in project control tasks in a relevant industry.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency in English.More About UsWorking Conditions and benefits:Working hours: 900-1730 (1hr break). Flex time is applicable.Hybrid working style applicable.BenefitsEmployment insurance, industrial injury insurance, health insurance, pension insurancePaid leaveBereavement leaveWedding leaveMaternity leaveSpousal maternity leaveParental leaveNursing care leaveAre you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested – don’t delay, apply today!  All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Ken-Isarin Furutani, LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/isarin-furutani-2036b8b5/Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

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