Senior Project Manager

Location:
Milan, Lombardy, Italy

Job ID:
R0138198

Date Posted:
2026-08-06

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY ITALY S.P.A.

Profession (Job Category):
Project/Program Management

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:
The Opportunity

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business at Hitachi Energy in Europe (HBUEU), Inclusion drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.

As a Project Manager you will be managing the execution of medium-size projects or project portfolio and ensure that all related activities are performed in accordance with Hitachi Energy policy, contractual arrangements, quality standards, health, safety & environment requirements, financial targets, as well as schedule commitments.

How you'll make an impact:

• Manage the project team allocated to the project, defining main guidelines, allocating project tasks, and motivating and monitoring internal and external resources to accomplish all tasks and milestones.
• Defines, jointly with the Project Controls department, all project plan documents, including scope and financial plans, schedule and risk management plans.
• Ensures that the project follows execution best practices and Hitachi Energy policies. Effectively monitors and controls project progress and efficient resource utilization. Ensure consistent reporting through project reviews with management team. Captures, study and shares lessons learned and best practices throughout the project. Ensures that the project is formally closed out, as contractually agreed.
• Ensures that the project consistently applies contract and claims management, in accordance with Hitachi Energy policies and contractual arrangements. Coordinates with Supply Chain Management, and successfully procures required services, materials and equipment for the project from external and internal suppliers.
• Acts as key contact for the customer and an escalation point for project issues.
• Ensures the project follows and complies with company health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Accountable for ensuring compliance with applicable external & internal regulations, procedures & guidelines.

Your background:

• Engineering Degree (Bachelor's/Master's) with strong technical foundation.
• A minimum of 8 years in Project Management of medium-sized EPC projects, including on-site construction experience in multinational environments.
• Proven expertise in Electrical Systems (T&D, Power Generation) and familiarity with major Italian utilities (Terna, Enel, Edison).
• Skilled in managing projects under diverse contractual frameworks (FIDIC, Italian Public Contracts Code) across public and private sectors.
• Fluent in English and Italian, proficient in MS Office, SAP, and MS Project.
• Highly organized, proactive leader with experience coordinating multi-site teams and driving results; willing to travel internationally (≈25%).

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

The minimum salary for this position in the location specified is as follows:

• Starting from: 62,200 € gross annual

The final offer will be based on candidate location, skills and qualifications, experience, and aligned with internal pay structures.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• Incentive Plan, Lunch tickets, Health Insurance, Pension Fund, Welfare, Flexible working hours, Hybrid work model, Well-being platform, Family Care Benefits, Parking and Partnerships (gyms, sports centers, stores).
• Applicable CBA: Metalmeccanico

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