Project Director UK EPC HVDC projects

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Global career opportunities

Training programs

Job summary

Hitachi Energy UK Limited in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Project Director to lead the HVDC global product group, guiding multi-million-dollar power transmission projects with a focus on safety, on-time delivery and quality. You will lead a global team of project professionals, own P&L, and manage stakeholders across EPC and turnkey assignments in the power sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
• Proven track record delivering large EPC/turnkey projects.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• PMP/PMI certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects on time and budget.
• Provide strong leadership for a global, diverse team of PMs and specialists.
• Prioritize safety, quality, and project lifecycle management.
• Own project P&L, budgeting and risk mitigation.
• Manage client, subcontractor, and partner relationships.

Skills

EPC leadership

Global program leadership

English fluency

Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Eng

PMP/PMI

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Eng degree

Job description

Location and Company Details

• Location: Remote - England, United Kingdom
• Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED
• Profession (Job Category): Project/Program Management
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Remote: Yes

Job Description

The opportunity Do you thrive in multicultural, international, and complex environments managing multi-million-dollar projects? Are you an experienced leader with a passion for delivering cutting-edge technology solutions in the power sector? We are looking for a Project Director for our HVDC global product group to spearhead the execution and timely delivery of largescale power transmission and distribution projects. This role offers you the chance to be at the forefront of advanced electrical transmission technology and build your career with a global leader in the power industry. As a key member of our team, you will inspire and guide a high-performing global team of professionals, ensuring safety, quality, and project success. Join us and make a significant impact on the future of power delivery!

How you'll make an impact

• Lead the execution of multi-million-dollar EPC mega-projects, ensuring on-time and on budget completion.
• Provide strong, supportive leadership for a large global and diverse team, including project managers and other specialists.
• Foster a culture of safety, prioritizing health and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proactively manage change, assess risks and opportunities, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Take full ownership of project P&L, leading budget planning and execution.
• Build strong relationships, effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and business partners.

Your Background

• Bachelor's or Master of Science degree, preferably in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• Excellent fluency in written and spoken English.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale EPC/turnkey projects in power, energy, industrial, infrastructure or oil & gas sectors.
• Experience in power generation, transmission & distribution, or power conversion (HVDC, substations, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, effectively managing client relationships and subcontractor interactions.
• Understand risk assessments, method statements, and project methodologies (PMP/PMI certification a plus).
• Possess the ability to analyze complex contracts and navigate local project regulations.
• Stress-resilience and demonstrated flexibility, creativity, and ability to adapt to unforeseen situations.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Fantastic career opportunities across Hitachi group globally.
• Various trainings and education programs supporting employee professional development.

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