Project Manager, Automation and Communication

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.

• 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.
• 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.
• Interacts 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.

• Bachelor or Master’s degree within the relevant technical area.
• You have previous experience working with energy sector.
• You are structured, driven and like to continuously improve processes and come with new ideas.
• You should thrive in a position where you have the opportunity of creating networks, cherish human relations as well as working independently towards clear deadlines.
• Experience in project management and bid management. You are comfortable meeting customers and partaking in technical negotiations to support your team if needed.

Hitachi Energy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We provide 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.

Location Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom;
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Job type Full time

Work arrangement On-Site

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date

Reference number R0126931

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.