Lead Project Engineer (Primary/Secondary/Civils)

Hitachi, Ltd.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Project Engineer/Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Birmingham. This role is perfect for those passionate about applications engineering, focusing on coordinating design teams and managing project execution. You'll play a critical role in ensuring optimal designs and documentation while supporting project management with budget forecasts and risk assessments. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the electricity supply industry, this opportunity offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will drive improvements and deliver innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the electricity supply industry.
• Knowledge of Transmission or Distribution practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design teams and manage engineering budgets.
• Approve documentation and manage project risks.
• Oversee subcontract creation and supply chain coordination.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Commercial Acumen

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location:

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Job ID:

R0063874

Date Posted:

2024-11-26

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is hiring a Lead Project Engineer/Project Manager, Engineering to join the team. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about applications engineering, with attention to detail and the ability to prepare documentation and diagrams. The role involves coordinating and supporting the design team during project design and execution phases, and assisting the tendering team to ensure that safe, robust, and optimal designs and documentation are produced.

Please note: This position is hybrid (2/3 days working from our central Birmingham office). We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

How you'll make an impact

• Coordinate the design team across all disciplines.
• Liaise with project management on engineering budgets and provide forecast cost to complete estimates and justifications for expenditure changes.
• Manage the programme and interface with planning engineers for design.
• Provide forecasts for project completion and resource planning.
• Approve documentation in line with contractual requirements.
• Coordinate and chair design and hazard reviews.
• Identify and manage risks across functions, evaluating risks and opportunities, and strategizing mitigation.
• Support the Project Manager in risk and opportunity assessments and actions.
• Act as Principal Designer Representative on projects.
• Work with customers to shape and deliver solutions, seeking feedback and driving improvements.
• Oversee subcontract creation and management, including supply chain coordination.

Your background

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the electricity supply industry.
• Knowledge of Transmission or Distribution practices (400kV to 11kV).
• HNC/HND in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Strong teamwork, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Commercial acumen.
• Understanding of Distribution Network Operator / National Grid standards and drawing practices.

Note: Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations if unable to access the Hitachi Energy career site due to disability. Requests can be made via the general inquiry form on our website, including contact details and specific accommodation needs. This is exclusively for accessibility assistance during the application process. Messages for other purposes will not be responded to.