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Project Management Office Manager

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Project Management Office Manager

Tokyo, Japan

Your responsibilities:

  • You will contribute to implementation of continuous improvements for the project execution strategy for the local project operation, in alignment with BU and LBU business strategies.
  • You must ensure the local portfolio of projects is managed consistently, based on best practices and HEJ policies.
  • You will lead the Project Management Office tea and ensures that HEJ policies, i.e. directives instructions and guidelines and followed. Develops, and continuously improves respective processes, based on industry best practices. Ensures that findings from lessons learned from project execution are incorporated in continuous improvement actions.
  • You will participate in Bid/Sales Phase i.e. in estimating and resource planning.
  • You will oversee project management activities at the portfolio level through project reviews with the management team and Project Managers, Takes an active role in resolving escalated issues. Oversees that project closure is performed properly and timely for all projects in the portfolio.
  • You will oversee the proper application of contract and claim management methods in accordance with HEJ policies, and contractual agreements.
  • You will build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders of the PMO. Serves as an escalation point for individual and systemic project management issues.
  • You will reinforce and maintains a culture of Health & Safety in all project operations.
  • You will lead the PMO team to establish and enforce an effective project management approach to achieve both project and organizational goals. Develops project organization, jointly with management team and Project Managers. Plans, assigns and manages project resources based on competencies, project fit and availability. Develops the project management capacity and capability in line with ABB Group directives and processes. Ensures that the area of responsibility is structured to fit the business model, sufficiently staffed with skilled resources and directed appropriately. Guides, motivates and develops direct and indirect reports.
  • 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.

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Your background:

  • You hold university graduate/degree.
  • Experience in project management in the energy, electrical, EPC field.
  • Good communication skill.

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Client-provided location(s): Tokyo, Japan
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-124740
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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