Job Description
Summary
Kickstart or grow your career in project management with a dynamic role as an Associate Project Manager in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with Hitachi Energy. This entry-level project management job offers the chance to work on high-impact green energy and mobility projects while gaining hands-on experience with industry-leading tools like SAP, MS Project, and SharePoint. If you’re passionate about project coordination, document control, and engineering execution, this could be your next big opportunity. Apply your skills in a global company that’s redefining sustainable energy solutions.
Job Details at a Glance
| Position | Associate Project Manager |
|---|---|
| Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Job ID | R0102408 |
| Experience Level | Entry Level (3+ years relevant experience) |
| Job Schedule | Full-time |
| Remote Option | No |
| Industry Segment | Green Energy & Mobility |
| Business Unit | Hitachi Energy Technology Services |
| Tools/Software | SAP, MS Project, Excel, SharePoint, Outlook |
| Document Systems | Aconex, TeamBinder, Procore, Ineight |
| Languages Required | English (spoken and written) |
Key Responsibilities
As an Associate Project Manager, your primary responsibility is to support the delivery of complex energy projects by ensuring seamless coordination, documentation, and compliance.
Project Coordination
- Support Project Managers with execution of projects from initiation to closeout.
- Attend and contribute to project meetings via MS Teams.
- Track and update project schedules in MS Project.
Documentation & Reporting
- File and manage technical drawings using SharePoint and client DMS tools.
- Liaise with factories to prepare and submit IOM & MDR documentation.
- Assist in preparing documentation compliant with contract requirements.
Financial & SAP Support
- Assist the Project Commercial Officer in creating sales and purchase orders.
- Support SAP transactions related to inventory, invoicing, and revenue recognition.
- Generate reports for progress tracking, financial projections, and cash flow.
Quality & Compliance
- Coordinate warranty claims and defect rectifications with the service and factory teams.
- Ensure compliance with all internal and external quality, health, and safety standards.
Required Skills & Competencies
To succeed in this Associate Project Manager job, you’ll need the following skills:
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, SAP, Excel).
- Experience with document management systems (Aconex, Ineight, Procore).
- Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
- Attention to detail and proactive problem-solving.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
- 3+ years of experience in project engineering or project management.
- Demonstrated experience working with remote teams and multiple stakeholders.
Why Join Hitachi Energy?
At Hitachi Energy, you’ll be part of a global team leading the transition to a more sustainable energy future. Gain international exposure, career development opportunities, and a chance to contribute to transformative projects.
Apply Now
Ready to take the next step in your project management career?
👉 Apply Now on the Official Hitachi Energy Careers Page
Make sure to reference Job ID: R0102408 in your application.