Civil Design Lead

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy solutions company seeks a Civil Design Lead in Glasgow, UK. The role involves leading civil design activities for international projects, ensuring compliance with client specifications and standards. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and at least 5 years of experience on large industrial projects. The position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on impactful energy infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Professional development and career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Global, inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in civil engineering, preferably on large industrial projects.
• Experience in both EP and EPC project environments is a plus.
• Prior hands-on experience as a Civil Designer is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee all civil design aspects of assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with client technical specifications and Hitachi Energy standards.
• Manage the technical procurement process for external civil design services.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Description

The HVDC - High Voltage Direct Current technology has been on the market for the past 60 years and is used, among other things, to transmit power over long distances & integrate renewables into the grid with minimal losses, using overhead lines, underground, and submarine cable systems. Please find out more about our world-leading technology at https://www.hitachienergy.com/se/sv/offering/product-and-system/hvdc

Location of the posting will be Glasgow in the United Kingdom. Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this opportunity.

Join Hitachi Energy as a Civil Design Lead and become a key player in our Global Projects team. In this role, you’ll lead and coordinate civil design activities across international projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal standards. You’ll work with a diverse, global team—requiring strong communication and collaboration skills in a remote setting—and contribute to projects that shape the future of energy infrastructure. Travel will be part of your dynamic and impactful work environment.

How You Can Make an Impact:

• Coordinate and oversee all civil design aspects of assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with client technical specifications and Hitachi Energy standards.
• Manage the technical procurement process for external civil design services.
• Monitor and control civil design deliverables to meet budget, scope, and schedule.
• Review and validate civil design drawings and documentation.
• Share engineering best practices across projects and disciplines.
• Develop work plans and cost estimates, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Support contract managers in handling scope changes, claims, and risk assessments.
• Your leadership will directly influence the success of complex, large-scale industrial projects, ensuring safety, quality, and innovation at every step.

Your Background:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in civil engineering, preferably on large industrial projects involving full building structures.
• Experience in both EP and EPC project environments is a plus.
• Prior hands-on experience as a Civil Designer is advantageous.
• Familiarity with procurement processes for civil design and construction.
• Proven ability to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines.
• A flexible, open-minded approach and strong interpersonal skills.
• PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

What We Can Offer:

At Hitachi Energy, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. We offer:

• A global, inclusive work environment with opportunities to collaborate across borders.
• The chance to work on impactful projects that contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• A culture that values safety, integrity, and respect.

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