Application Guide

How to Apply for Senior Project Manager

at HITACHI ENERGY

🏢 About HITACHI ENERGY

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader advancing sustainable energy systems toward a carbon-neutral future, combining Hitachi's digital expertise with ABB's power grid legacy. The company uniquely focuses on integrating renewable energy, grid modernization, and digital solutions to transform energy systems. Working here offers the opportunity to contribute directly to climate action while being part of a respected global organization with strong engineering heritage.

About This Role

As a Senior Project Manager at Hitachi Energy, you'll lead project teams in delivering complex energy solutions while serving as the primary customer contact for UK-based remote projects. This role is impactful because you'll directly advance sustainable energy infrastructure while ensuring projects meet financial, timeline, and quality targets. You'll establish execution approaches and oversee planning/control activities that enable the company's carbon-neutral mission.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves morning virtual stand-ups with your project team to review progress, followed by customer calls to address UK-based stakeholder needs and project updates. You'll spend significant time monitoring project financials, updating risk registers, and coordinating with technical teams on execution approaches. The role balances strategic planning with hands-on problem-solving while maintaining focus on sustainable energy delivery goals.

🎯 Who HITACHI ENERGY Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years of project management experience specifically in energy, infrastructure, or industrial sectors with demonstrated team leadership
  • Possesses practical knowledge of project execution best practices in complex technical environments, not just theoretical PM frameworks
  • Demonstrates proven ability to manage UK-based energy sector stakeholders and navigate regulatory requirements
  • Shows genuine interest in sustainable energy and willingness to complete the Hitachi-specific Project Management Certification Programme

📝 Tips for Applying to HITACHI ENERGY

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Quantify your project management experience with specific metrics: mention project values, team sizes, and percentage improvements in delivery time or cost savings

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Highlight any experience with UK energy sector regulations, grid connections, or renewable energy projects since this is a UK-based remote role

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Explicitly mention your willingness to complete the Hitachi Project Management Certification Programme in your application materials

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Demonstrate understanding of Hitachi Energy's specific focus areas: mention their work in grid modernization, HVDC technology, or digital substations

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Show how you've built strong customer relationships in previous roles, as this position serves as primary customer contact

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your experience leading project teams in energy or infrastructure sectors and how it aligns with Hitachi Energy's sustainable energy mission", 'Specific examples of managing project risks and financials in complex technical environments', 'Your approach to building strong stakeholder relationships, particularly with UK-based energy sector customers', "Why you're specifically interested in Hitachi Energy's carbon-neutral focus and their Project Management Certification Programme"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • Hitachi Energy's recent UK projects and partnerships, particularly in renewable integration or grid modernization
  • The company's specific technologies like HVDC systems, digital substations, or grid automation solutions
  • Hitachi's sustainability goals and how they differ from competitors in the energy technology space
  • The structure of Hitachi Project Management Certification Programme and what it entails

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a complex energy or infrastructure project you managed from initiation to completion, including how you handled risks and stakeholder communication
2 How would you establish the execution approach for a new grid modernization project at Hitachi Energy?
3 What experience do you have with UK energy sector regulations and working with UK-based stakeholders remotely?
4 How do you balance project financial monitoring with maintaining strong customer relationships when difficult decisions arise?
5 What interests you specifically about Hitachi Energy's sustainable energy focus and how would you contribute to their carbon-neutral mission?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting generic project management experience without energy or infrastructure sector specifics
  • Failing to address the UK location aspect or remote stakeholder management experience
  • Not demonstrating awareness of Hitachi Energy's specific focus on sustainable energy systems and carbon neutrality

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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