Hitachi Energy Operating Unit Substation Automation in Europe

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. Operating Unit SAS serves customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the European energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. OU SAS is working in more than 20 countries in Europe.

The Head of Project Management leads the Project Management team and is responsible for the on-time, on-budget, on-scope, and on-quality delivery of the whole project portfolio in our Polish organization. These projects vary from small product deliveries to whole Substation Control and Protection Systems.

• Ensure the quality, time, and cost delivery of the project portfolio.
• Achieve or exceed the profitability targets set at the "As sold" phase.

• Establish and enforce effective project management approaches.
• Develop the project organization in collaboration with the management team and Project Managers.
• Plan, allocate, and manage project resources based on competencies, availability, and project fit.
• Guide, motivate, and develop direct and indirect team members.

• Participate in the bid/sales phase, including estimating and resource planning.

• Oversee project management activities at the portfolio level, including reviews with the management team and Project Managers.
• Actively resolve escalated issues and ensure proper and timely project closures.

• Ensure proper application of contract and claim management methods as per company policies and agreements.

• Build and maintain relationships with key PMO stakeholders.
• Serve as an escalation point for systemic and individual project management issues.

• Promote and maintain a culture of health and safety in all project operations.

• Lead monthly financial performance presentations for the Operating Unit in collaboration with the business controller.

• Experience in the Power Transmission, Distribution, or Generation sector.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• Proven leadership, time management, facilitation, and organizational skills.

• Strong financial budgeting capabilities and ability to hold teams accountable to deadlines.

• Demonstrated project management experience.

• Proficiency in English (C1) and Polish (C1).