Civil Design Lead

Hitachi Energy; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

A global technology leader in electrification seeks a Civil Design Lead in Glasgow, United Kingdom. This role involves coordinating civil design activities for HVDC projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and over 5 years of experience in large industrial projects. Competitive benefits and a focus on sustainability are offered. Applicants should be prepared to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of civil engineering experience on large industrial projects.
• Experience in EP and EPC project environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with procurement processes for civil design.
• Hands-on civil designer experience is advantageous.
• Familiarity with procurement processes for civil design and construction.
• Proven ability to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines.
• PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee all civil design aspects of assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with client technical specifications and Hitachi Energy standards.
• Monitor and control civil design deliverables to meet budget, scope, and schedule.
• Monitor 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 with timely deliverables.
• Support contract managers on scope changes, claims, and risk assessments.
• Leverage leadership to influence large-scale industrial projects safely.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Coordination Across Disciplines

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

PMP certification or equivalent

Tools

Procurement processes

Job description

Civil Design Lead – Hitachi Energy – Glasgow, United Kingdom

Join Hitachi Energy’s Global Projects team as a Civil Design Lead. In this role you’ll lead and coordinate civil design activities across international HVDC projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and internal standards. The position is based in Glasgow, United Kingdom, and does not offer visa sponsorship.

The HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) technology has been on the market for over 60 years and is used to transmit power over long distances, integrate renewables into the grid, and minimise losses using overhead, underground, and submarine cable systems. Learn more about our world‑leading technology at https://www.hitachienergy.com/se/sv/offering/product-and-system/hvdc.

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.
• Leverage leadership to 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 civil engineering experience, 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

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

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century of pioneering mission‑critical technologies, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: balancing soaring electricity demand while decarbonising the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.