We are seeking an experienced Senior Delivery Lead to manage the delivery of AI projects within the one of the key global capabilities of our global Strategic AI Delivery department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT/AI project delivery and excellent organizational and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of AI technologies and their application within one of the functional capability areas (e.g. Engineering / Finance / Marketing & Sales / Physical AI).
How You'll Make an Impact
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of AI use cases and projects within the assigned capability area (e.g. Engineering / Finance / Marketing & Sales / Physical AI), ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Use Case sponsors, DAAI Heads in the BUs or Global Functions, IT, and Data, Analytics & AI Teams, ensuring proper execution of use cases in scope.
Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, using Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid methodologies.
Drive the creation of concise, strong Statements of Work and manage external vendors and partners to ensure successful solution delivery.
Monitor project progress across the AI use case portfolio, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
Communicate project status, updates, and issues to stakeholders and senior management.
Provide leadership and guidance to multinational project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
Your background
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
8+ years of experience as a Project/Delivery Manager, preferably delivering AI projects in major corporations.
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills combined with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Domain experience in either Engineering, Finance, Marketing & Sales, Physical AI is a strong plus.
Agile Scrum Master certification is a plus.
Technical knowledge of AI systems and solutions is a plus.
We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.
With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.
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