Senior Project Commissioning Manager

Hitachi Rail Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

Professional development programmes

Supportive environment

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Project Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning across HVDC, HV, Substations and Grid Integration projects. You will plan, coordinate and deliver commissioning from design review through energisation, testing and handover, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery.

You will collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, Construction and customers, driving readiness, managing risks and guiding assets into operation while upholding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Significant commissioning experience in HVDC, HV, Substation, transmission or grid integration projects.
• Proven track record leading commissioning activities on large-scale power or infrastructure programmes.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning planning, testing, energisation and handover requirements.
• Experience managing programmes with multiple stakeholders and contractors.
• Knowledge of health, safety and quality requirements in high-voltage environments.
• Ability to manage project risks, technical challenges and schedule-critical activities.
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
• TP141A certification is highly desirable.
• National Grid project experience or exposure to National Grid environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle from design review to final handover.
• Act as the primary commissioning authority within the project team and main point of contact for commissioning matters.
• Develop and implement commissioning strategies, schedules, test plans and work instructions.
• Manage subsystem and system testing, energisation, trial operation, and final acceptance activities.
• Ensure safety and compliance with project specs, contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor progress against milestones and implement recovery plans to mitigate schedule risks.
• Coordinate interfaces between Engineering, Construction, Operations, suppliers, contractors and customers.
• Lead resolution of technical issues, punch points and non-conformities to achieve project completion.
• Manage commissioning documentation, test reports, turnover dossiers and handover packages.
• Identify commissioning risks and implement mitigation measures; support customer inspections and acceptance processes.
• Drive commissioning excellence through planning, execution and stakeholder management.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Health and safety awareness

Risk management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Job description

Description

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The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning execution of major HVDC, High Voltage (HV), Substation, and Grid Integration projects across the UK.

As the primary commissioning authority within the project organisation, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering all commissioning activities from design review through testing, energisation, performance verification, and final handover.

You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within contractual requirements, and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

Working closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Operations, customers, and external stakeholders, you will drive commissioning readiness, manage project risks, and lead the successful transition of assets into operation.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead all commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle, from design review and commissioning planning through to energisation, performance testing, and final handover.
• Act as the primary commissioning authority within the project team and serve as the main point of contact for all commissioning-related matters.
• Develop and implement project commissioning strategies, schedules, procedures, test plans, and work instructions.
• Manage subsystem testing, system testing, energisation, trial operation, reliability runs, and final acceptance activities.
• Ensure commissioning activities are executed safely and in compliance with project specifications, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and customer standards.
• Monitor commissioning progress against project milestones and implement recovery plans where required to mitigate schedule risks.
• Coordinate commissioning interfaces between Engineering, Construction, Operations, suppliers, contractors, and customers.
• Lead the resolution of technical issues, punch points, defects, and non-conformities to achieve successful project completion.
• Manage commissioning documentation, test reports, system completion records, turnover packages, and handover dossiers.
• Identify commissioning risks and implement mitigation measures to support safe and successful delivery.
• Support customer inspections, witnessing activities, and final acceptance processes.
• Drive commissioning excellence through effective planning, execution, and stakeholder management.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Significant commissioning experience within HVDC, High Voltage, Substation, Transmission & Distribution, or Grid Integration projects.
• Proven experience leading commissioning activities on large-scale power, energy, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of commissioning planning, testing methodologies, energisation processes, and operational handover requirements.
• Experience managing commissioning programmes involving multiple stakeholders and contractors.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and quality requirements within high-voltage environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project risks, technical challenges, and schedule-critical activities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build strong customer relationships.
• TP141A certification is highly desirable.
• Previous National Grid project experience or experience working within National Grid operational environments is strongly preferred.

What We Offer

At Hitachi Energy, you'll have the opportunity to work on some of the world's most advanced HVDC and Grid Integration projects, helping drive the transition to a more sustainable and resilient energy future.

You'll collaborate with talented colleagues, industry experts, and customers to deliver critical infrastructure that powers communities and economies.

More About Us

Hitachi Energy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We provide competitive salaries, flexible working opportunities, professional development programmes, and a supportive environment that encourages growth and innovation through career development programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

Specific benefits depend on location and will be communicated during the interview process.

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