Senior Project Manager - Energy Software IT Solutions

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Tokyo, JPN
In-Office
Senior level
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The Role
Manage end-to-end delivery of strategic energy projects, ensuring client alignment and regulatory compliance, while overseeing planning and execution.
Summary Generated by Built In

Location:

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Job ID:

R0101696

Date Posted:

2026-01-13

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY JAPAN, LTD.

Profession (Job Category):

Project/Program Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy's Grid Automation business unit has a comprehensive portfolio of solutions. These range from substation automation, communication networks, grid automation services, grid edge solutions to enterprise software solutions. These solutions address all key segments connected to the energy system including generation, transmission distribution, industries, transportation and infrastructure sectors.
Hitachi Energy's Grid Automation business unit supports 50% of the top 250 global electric utilities. Our Grid Automation hardware, software and services portfolio unites deep domain knowledge and innovative technologies that enable customers across the globe to optimize the critical systems that power, move and connect us. Together, we’re building a more productive and sustainable world.

How you’ll make an impact

  • You will act as a project manager, managing and monitoring Hitachi Energy’s software products IT implementation projects for clients in Japan.

  • You will involve managing end-to-end delivery of strategic energy projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives, regulatory standards, and organizational goals and will drive project execution, stakeholder engagement, and risk management while contributing to innovation in energy solutions.

  • You will lead project teams and establish execution strategies, oversee project planning, monitoring, and control activities also define project plans including scope, schedule, financials, and risk management.

  • You will monitor progress, analyze critical paths, and implement corrective actions, manage project financials: invoicing, cost control, and cash flow also identify and manage risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

  • You will ensure compliance with contract and claim management policies, coordinate procurement of services, materials, and equipment also act as the primary customer contact and escalation point for project issues.

  • You will maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards also capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement and close projects formally and ensure customer acceptance.

  • 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 background

  • You hold a bachelor’s degree in related field.

  • Minimum 10 years experience in project management with 5 preferred but not mandatory - in IT software implementation, with a strong preference for experience with SaaS related products.  All candidates with strong project management experience in the IT utility sector will be considered.

  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects on time and within budget, strong risk management and problem-solving capabilities.

  • Familiarity with Energy Portfolio Management systems, energy markets, and regulatory frameworks, with strong understanding of software implementation projects and integration with enterprise systems.

  • Advanced project planning and scheduling (MS Project, Primavera, or similar) with excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills.

  • PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent preferred with the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a global, matrixed environment.

  • Willingness to travel when required.

  • High business level Japanese and business level English.

More about us
Working Conditions and benefits:
Working hours: 900-1730 (1hr break). Flex time is applicable.
Hybrid working style applicable.
Benefits:

  • Employment insurance, industrial injury insurance, health insurance, pension insurance

  • Paid leave

  • Bereavement leave

  • Wedding leave

  • Maternity leave

  • Spousal maternity leave

  • Parental leave

  • Nursing care leave

Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to appl 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/

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • Minimum 5 years experience in project management in SaaS solutions
  • Experience in utilities or energy industry
  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects
  • Familiarity with Energy Portfolio Management systems
  • Advanced project planning and scheduling skills
  • PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification
  • High business level Japanese and business level English
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The Company
33,676 Employees

What We Do

Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.

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