Graduate Project Manager

Location: Remote - England, United Kingdom Job ID: R0124904 Date Posted: 2026-05-19 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Administration & Facilities Job Schedule:  Full time Remote: Yes Job Description: The opportunity The Substation Project Management team seeking an enthusiastic and driven Graduate Project Manager to support the planning, execution, and closing of various energy projects within HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop project management skills within a leading global technology and energy company. (Also note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position) How you'll make an impact Assist senior project managers in developing project plans, schedules, and budgets. Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and propose mitigation strategies. Support the coordination of project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials. Communicate regularly with stakeholders, both internal and external, providing updates on project status. Help prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, and presentations. Participate in project meetings, taking minutes and tracking action items. Contribute to the identification and implementation of process improvements within project delivery. Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and quality requirements. Your background: Bachelor's degree (2:1 or higher) or equivalent experience in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). A keen interest in the energy sector and sustainable technologies. Prior internship or work experience in a project-related role is desirable but not essential. Right to work in the UK. Accessibility and reasonable accommodation 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 general inquiry form 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. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice. Background Screening and Security Checks As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.