Construction Manager

Location:Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesJob ID: R0140729Date Posted:2026-08-07Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The OpportunityAs a Construction Manager, you will play a key role in delivering complex power transmission, substation, HVDC, renewable energy, and grid integration projects. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing site construction activities from project mobilization through completion, helping ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality, environmental, and contractual requirements. Working closely with project managers, engineering teams, subcontractors, suppliers, customers, and site personnel, you will help turn project plans into successful field execution. Your work will directly support the reliability, safety, and performance of critical energy infrastructure while contributing to the modernization and expansion of the power grid. In this role, you will gain exposure to large-scale grid projects, collaborate with experienced professionals across multiple disciplines, and help deliver solutions that support the evolving energy landscape.How You’ll Make an ImpactCoordinate site construction activities from mobilization through project completion.Develop and implement construction execution plans, schedules, and resource plans.Monitor project progress, productivity, costs, and schedule performance, taking appropriate corrective actions when needed.Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and construction personnel to support quality outcomes and on-time project delivery.Review engineering drawings, specifications, and contracts to address constructability considerations and project execution challenges.Coordinate site mobilization, logistics, temporary facilities, and material management activities.Manage change orders, risk mitigation activities, and project documentation throughout construction execution.Support commissioning and project closeout activities to enable successful project handover.Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.Your BackgroundCandidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering5+ years of construction management experience, preferably within power, utility, industrial, transmission, substation, or EPC projects.Knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, cost control, and contract administration.Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.Familiarity with OSHA requirements, environmental regulations, and industry safety standards.Proficiency with project management software such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.More About UsIn this role, you will contribute to major grid infrastructure projects while building your experience alongside professionals who support the future of the power industry.For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):Health Care (medical, dental, vision, etc.)Financial Wellbeing: (Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance)Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistanceWork-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday)Permissive Time Off: No accrued hours, take the time you needEmployee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platformsEqual Employment Opportunity(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesEqual Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 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