Project Director Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service Nam

**Location:** Raleigh, North Carolina, United States **Job ID:** R0140361 **Date Posted:** 2026-09-01 **Company Name:** HITACHI ENERGY USA INC **Profession (Job Category):** Project/Program Management **Job Schedule:**  Full time **Remote:** No **Job Description:** **Project Director Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service, North America** Are you a Project Director with a track record of delivering large EPC substation, transmission, and grid infrastructure projects? Hitachi Energy is seeking a Grid Integration Project Director to lead some of the most complex and impactful energy projects in North America. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, you'll oversee multi-million-dollar EPC programs that strengthen the power grid, enable renewable integration, and support the growing demand for reliable energy infrastructure. If you've successfully managed high-voltage substation projects, utility infrastructure programs, transmission initiatives, or large EPC projects from award through commissioning, this is an opportunity to take your career to the next level with a global technology leader at the forefront of the energy transition. **Why This Role Stands Out** * Lead large-scale EPC substation projects valued in the tens to hundreds of millions of dollars * Drive projects that directly support grid modernization and renewable energy integration * Partner with engineering, procurement, construction, and utility customers across North America * Own project performance from kickoff through final delivery * Join a globally recognized leader shaping the future of sustainable energy **How You'll Make an Impact** ----------------------------- * Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex EPC substation and grid integration projects * Manage project scope, budget, schedule, risk, and customer expectations throughout the project lifecycle * Drive coordination across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and supply chain teams * Maintain project financial performance, including forecasting, cash flow, revenue recognition, and profitability * Utilize Earned Value Management and key performance metrics to drive execution excellence * Manage customer relationships and serve as the primary escalation point for project delivery * Support contract negotiation, change order management, claims mitigation, and commercial strategy * Provide executive-level reporting and communication to stakeholders * Ensure compliance with all internal and external regulations, procedures, and quality standards **Your Background** * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field * 8+ years of project management experience in complex industrial, utility, infrastructure, or EPC environments * Demonstrated experience leading high-voltage substation projects, transmission projects, or utility-scale EPC programs * Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, contract management, and risk mitigation * Experience managing customer relationships on large capital projects * Prior people leadership experience within a matrixed or multinational organization preferred * PMP certification preferred * Strong technical, commercial, and leadership capabilities * Must have authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship **Our benefits include:** ------------------------- * Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage * 401(k) with Company Match and Contributions * Life and Disability Insurance * Hybrid Work Environment * Permissive Time Off * Family Support Programs * Enhanced Leave Benefits * Tuition Reimbursement and Continuous Learning Opportunities * Employee Resource Groups and Career Development Programs **Location & Relocation:** This role is based in Raleigh, North Carolina. We are actively seeking candidates across the United States and offer a comprehensive relocation package for qualified hires relocating to the Raleigh area. **_Equal Employment Opportunity_** **_(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities_** ** Equal Employment Opportunity** **Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals** **with disabilities.** **Accessibility and reasonable accommodation** **Protected veterans and 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**](https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question) **on our website. 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