About the role
Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom (or Birmingham)
Job ID: R0126931
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED
Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: No
We are looking for a Project Manager to lead the Automation and Communication scope for HVDC projects based in Glasgow or Birmingham. This is a role with many interfaces and interesting work tasks, and you will get great opportunities for learning and development working on potential future projects across the globe. Our team culture is flexible, transparent, and cooperative.
HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, which develops, manufactures and sells Direct Current 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.
Our success is made possible by the dedication and competence of our people. Knowing this means we need leaders with a focus on developing and empowering their team and a dedication to the Hitachi Energy company values. You will join as an integral member of a diverse and high-paced engineering management team at a time when the demand for our solutions is booming and we are expanding in order to help our clients reach their environmental targets.
Responsibilities
•Ensuring that engineering is developed with complete information and/or that all multidisciplinary information has been included
•Leading development of new solutions for complex projects and challenges
•Driving completion of all engineering activities on the project
•Coordinating engineering discipline across several projects
•Providing technical support for testing, installation and commissioning activities
•Designing and conducting experiments, analyzing and interpreting the data and preparing complete project documents in area of responsibility
•Providing cost effective quality solutions and delivering within budget and contract
•Ensuring adherence to safety standards and mitigation of potential risks
•Creating work plans and cost estimates
•Reviewing and approving scope, budget and schedule for assignments
•Interacting directly with customers, officials, contractors and supply chain
•Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager
•Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals; problems faced are difficult and often complex
Background
•Bachelor or Master's degree within the relevant technical area
•Previous experience working with the energy sector
•Structured, driven, and interested in continuously improving processes and coming up with new ideas
•Thrives in a position with the opportunity of creating networks, cherishes human relations as well as working independently towards clear deadlines
•Experience in project management and bid management
•Comfortable meeting customers and partaking in technical negotiations to support the team if needed
Conditions
Hitachi Energy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and skills. The company provides competitive salaries, flexible working hours, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that encourages growth and innovation through career development programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Specific benefits depend on the location and will be communicated during the interview process.
