Hitachi
Project Manager - Battery Energy Storage Systems
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States +2 · Hybrid · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 12, 2026
- Location
- Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Houston, Texas, United States
Phoenix, Arizona, United States - Experience
- 8+ years managing large, multi-faceted electrical projects, including large or mega projects.
- Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or Construction Management.
- Visa sponsorship
- Candidates must already have work authorization permitting them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
About the job
Manages large BESS EPC projects from contract award through commercial operation, overseeing execution, finances, risks, contracts, procurement, customers, quality, and safety.
What you'll do
- Develop and manage project execution plans, scopes, schedules, resources, goals, and deliverables; track financial performance.
- Manage risks, contract changes and claims, procurement coordination, and customer communication and reporting.
- Coordinate project quality, safety, regulatory compliance, and project closeout.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or Construction Management.
- 8+ years of experience managing large, multi-faceted electrical projects, including large or mega projects.
- Experience with different contractual models and solid financial and commercial management skills.
- Proficiency with SAP, MS Project, and Microsoft Office applications; willingness to travel 25% or more domestically and internationally.
Nice to have
- Knowledge of BESS project delivery and applicable codes and standards, including IEEE 1547/2800, NEC, NFPA 855, UL 9540/9540A, and AHJ permitting processes.
- Substation, switchyard, or brownfield project experience.
Tools
SAP, MS Project, Microsoft Office, IEEE 1547/2800, NEC, NFPA 855, UL 9540/9540A
AI focus
The role does not involve AI work; the posting only states that the employer uses AI-supported tools in recruitment.
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