Project Manager

Hitachi, Ltd.; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee various projects, from switchgear deliveries to large-scale projects. This role requires an engineering degree, as well as expertise in high-voltage switchgear and SAP systems. You will manage financial KPIs, collaborate with teams, and ensure project success. A flexible approach and strong analytical skills are necessary to deliver results effectively while fostering long-term relationships with customers.

Qualifications

• Experience and understanding of high-voltage switchgear.
• Hands-on experience in Order Handling.
• Financially literate – able to read financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer projects from delivery to completion.
• Ensure satisfactory project delivery and manage risks.
• Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams.

Skills

Commercial responsibility for project financial KPIs

Order booking through SAP / S4 Hana

Contract analysis and risk management

Collaboration with financial controlling team

Data analysis for project plans

Education

Engineering-related degree (electrical desirable)

Tools

SAP S4 Hana

Salesforce

Job description

.Project Manager page is loaded## Project Managerlocations: Remote - England, United Kingdom: Remote – Scotland, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 23, 2026 (26 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0107149**Location:**Remote - England, United Kingdom**Job ID:**R0107149**Date Posted:**2025-10-03**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED**Profession (Job Category):**Project/Program Management**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**Yes**Job Description:**Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Project Manager. You'll manage customer projects, from single-unit switchgear deliveries to multi-million-pound gas-insulated switchgear projects, and work closely with factories, customers, and our Service team when required to ensure satisfactory project delivery.**How you'll make an impact:*** Commercial responsibility for the project's financial KPIs: cost, revenues, and cash flow.* Order booking through SAP / S4 Hana (SD, CRM & PS Module)* Directly responsible for maintaining and updating the documentation for respective projects.* Performing contract analysis to review Scope, Deliverables, Risk, and Opportunities.* Commercial takeover from Sales, Invoice placements as per payment terms from SAP (SD & CRM Module), and Creation of purchase orders, release of OA, sales order, and tracking milestone* Follow up on due invoices and resolve conflicts on payment dues.* Responsible for receiving and processing supplier cost invoices in a timely and accurate manner.* Collaborate closely with the financial controlling team to ensure proper cost allocation and compliance with internal procedures.* Prepare and provide all required documentation and detailed explanations to both internal and external auditors, as requested.* Mitigating risks and acting as an escalation point for project issues.* Flexible approach, actively participating in driving the project plan forward and generating outcomes.* Analysis of data, creating and sharing accurate project plans with regular updates.**Background:*** Engineering-related degree (electrical desirable but not essential).* Experience and understanding of high-voltage switchgear.* Hands-on experience in SAP/ S4 Hana will be an added advantage, and Salesforce Force will be an added advantage.* Hands-on experience as an Order Handling professional* You have integrity and a technical interest as well as the enthusiasm, creative ideas, and solutions.* You shall apply a long-term perspective to your tasks. Moreover, you appreciate working with your colleagues and understand the importance of investing in long-term customer relations.* Flexible to travel to the UK to customer sites and abroad to our manufacturing facilities as required.* Financially literate – able to read financial statements and negotiate costs.* Systematic, proactive approach and efficient time management.## 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 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.Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.