About The Role

HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and sells DC transmission systems on a global market. HVDC technology is used to transmit electricity over long distances and for power transmission via submarine cables. It is also used to connect power systems.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for project execution, budget, time schedule, project scope & changes, project team management and effective communication and reporting towards both internal & external stakeholders. You will be the customer voice into our organization and will secure customer satisfaction and achievement of overall project goals. Our Projects are global and multidisciplinary and deal with partial upgrades as well as comprehensive upgrades of existing HVDC projects. The size of our projects varies from 10 – 250 MUSD.

Our leaders are the engine for bringing the inclusion and diversity of thought to life and we need you who want to be a part of our journey! We are interested in knowing more about you and what you can contribute with, so do not hesitate to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements. You will be based in Ludvika in Sweden, and we also offer flexible work-from-home options.

How you’ll make an impact

Leading the project team in a structured way with clear guidelines, tasks, and milestones, while motivating and providing feedback.
Managing all aspects of the project to meet customer requirements and ensuring all technical, safety, quality, schedule and financial targets are met.
Overseeing the development of project plan documents related to scope, budget, schedule, and risk management.
Monitoring each stage of project implementation to ensure best practices in cost control, resource efficiency, risk management, and health, safety, and the environment, while identifying, analyzing, and addressing project risks.
Coordinating contract negotiation and claims with customers and suppliers in collaboration with Supply Chain Management and Contract Management.
Building strong relationships with customers and stakeholders to achieve project deliverables in compliance with contract requirements.

Your background

A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience from professionally managing partial or full scope HVDC or sub-station projects.
Experiences aside, an important aspect is your great attitude. We are looking for you who have a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach, and are well structured with strong communication skills, as well as with a well-developed commercial mindset.
You get your messages across in a coherent and clear way and lead your projects with confidence – and you have the character to stand straight in good times and bad times alike.
You contribute with your positive and proactive mindset, as well as with your ability to create a good atmosphere.
Full proficiency in English, written and spoken, is required, proficiency in Swedish is a merit. Additional language skills will be an advantage.

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 – fuelingengagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes:

Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
Group life insurance and additional insurances.
Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
Hybrid work & allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)
Health care and wellness allowance
Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
Psychological support program
Supplementary compensation for parental leave
Various trainings and education supporting employee development
Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks

The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.

Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!

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