Manager - BIM, Plants and Civil (HVDC)

H-E Parts; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector seeks a driven leader for their HVDC team in Birmingham. This office-based role involves leading engineering teams, ensuring project deliverables, and promoting continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and have a strong background in management and project execution.

Qualifications

• Strong interest and experience in management techniques, team development, or project management.
• Passionate about people and technology, self-motivated.
• Proficient with digital tools for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers across Glasgow and Birmingham.
• Provide strategic direction focusing on safety and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and oversee team development.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Team Development

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical field

Tools

Microsoft Teams

O365

Job description

Location:

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Job ID:

R0091998

Date Posted:

2025-05-16

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity:

At Hitachi Energy, our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us to work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on impactful projects that benefit communities and society. Bring your passion and energy to be part of a global team that believes: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) is a product group in Hitachi Energy, developing, manufacturing, and selling DC transmission systems globally. HVDC technology transmits electricity over long distances, including via submarine cables, and connects power systems.

We seek an engaging, driven leader to head the cross-functional HVDC team based in the UK. You will be part of the HVDC team, reporting to the Head of Engineering UK.

This is an office-based role. The preferred location is Glasgow; however, consideration will be given to a highly suitable candidate in central Birmingham. Please note that we are unable to provide visa support for this position.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead a team of engineers across two locations (Glasgow and Birmingham).
• Provide strategic direction focusing on safety, timely delivery, quality, and margin improvement.
• Support project deliverables and ensure KPIs are met.
• Collaborate with local and global management to align on strategic and operational plans.
• Ensure process adherence and quality assurance.
• Model leadership by embodying Hitachi Energy’s Leadership Pillars, promoting vision, teamwork, reliability, and development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identify KPIs, and enhance efficiency and working methods.
• Implement HVDC strategic initiatives tailored to your team to achieve business goals.
• Plan team composition with global managers.
• Oversee individual and team development to meet business needs, in alignment with stakeholders and customers.
• Ensure quality output through ownership of process adherence.
• Report on progress, team activities, and risks.

Your Background

• Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical field.
• Have a strong interest and preferably documented experience in management techniques, team development, or project management, especially within BIM, Plants, and Civil.
• Be passionate about people and technology, decisive, and self-motivated to take full responsibility and deliver in a dynamic environment.
• Be collaborative and willing to work in an office setting.
• Be communicative, engaged, and proficient with digital tools like Teams and O365 for effective communication.
• Possess an open, curious, problem-solving mindset, eager to improve existing processes and tools.
• Understand deadlines and budgets, with a strong sense of responsibility and decision-making capability for your team.

Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations if needed during the application process by completing a general inquiry form on our website, including your contact info and details of your accommodation needs.