GIS Installation Project Manager

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Walton On The Hill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in electrification is seeking a GIS Installation Project Manager for their High Voltage team. You will lead the installation and commissioning of Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) across the UK, ensuring safety and efficient execution of projects. The role involves coordination with internal and external stakeholders, supervising field staff, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a relevant engineering qualification, leadership experience, and strong analytical skills. A valid UK driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Managing and motivating teams effectively.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Valid UK Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-site installation and maintenance activities.
• Serve as primary contact for stakeholders.
• Supervise field staff and prepare installation schedules.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Document project progress and costs.
• Handle deviation reports and corrective actions.
• Visit sites across the UK regularly.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Relationship management

Education

HNC or equivalent in engineering, project management, or a related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Hitachi is hiring a GIS Installation Project Manager to join our High Voltage team in this pivotal role. You will take the lead in ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Hitachi Energy's Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) across the UK. By collaborating closely with internal stakeholders-including factories and service units-you will drive seamless project execution, deliver exceptional customer satisfaction, and secure optimal outcomes for Hitachi Energy. How you'll make an impact:

• Take ownership of the coordination and organizational management of on-site installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities
• Serve as the primary contact for both internal and external stakeholders
• Supervise assigned field staff, prepare installation schedules based on available resources (e.g., tools, consumables, personnel), and monitor and document project progress and costs through regular reporting
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and implement necessary quality assurance measures to minimize project risks and costs
• Handle deviation reports in a process-oriented manner and initiate appropriate corrective actions
• Use your working knowledge of Gas Insulated Switchgear to make informed decisions on technical matters
• Visit sites throughout the United Kingdom regularly to build a connection between the office and the site
  HNC or equivalent in engineering, project management, or a related field
• Proven experience in leadership, capable of managing and motivating teams
• Ability to manage relationships and act as the primary point of contact with clients
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to handle project challenges
• Knowledge of SAP and MS Office
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• Valid UK Driving License
  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.