Manager Site Management BNL (f/m/d)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Rotterdam is seeking a senior Site Manager to lead field activities across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. You will guide site managers and crews, coordinating with project management, engineering, customers, and subcontractors to deliver substations and power infrastructure safely and on schedule.

The role emphasizes operational excellence, shaping on-site plans, and building strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in site management or project execution in energy/industrial sectors.
• Understanding of substations, transmission systems, and electrical/mechanical installations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills in Dutch and English.
• Willingness to travel regularly within Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.

Responsibilities

• Lead site management activities across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
• Guide site teams to deliver projects on time and to quality standards.
• Plan resources, equipment, and skills for project execution.
• Drive safe work practices and support a strong HSE culture.
• Improve site processes and introduce efficient ways of working.
• Manage budgets and monitor costs to support financial performance.
• Build strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Report on site performance and highlight risks and solutions.

Skills

Team leadership

Dutch & English communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Engineering degree

Project Management certification

Job description

Job Description:

The opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, you will lead site activities across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. You will guide teams that deliver substation and power infrastructure projects safely and efficiently. You help shape our impact in the energy transition, supporting growing sectors such as data centers, e‑mobility, and hydrogen.

In this role, you create the conditions for excellent site execution. You lead and develop site managers and site personnel. You ensure strong coordination between project management, engineering, customers, and subcontractors. You support safe work practices and high-quality delivery at every stage.

You will influence how we plan, prepare, and execute work on-site. You will help teams solve complex project challenges and improve ways of working. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building strong teams, driving operational excellence, and partnering closely with customers.

How you’ll make an impact

• You lead site management activities across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
• You guide site teams to deliver projects on time and to quality standards.
• You plan resources, equipment, and skills needed for project execution.
• You drive safe work practices and support a strong HSE culture.
• You improve site processes and introduce efficient ways of working.
• You manage budgets and monitor costs to support financial performance.
• You build strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• You report on site performance and highlight risks and solutions.

Your background

• You have a degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• You have experience in site management or project execution in the energy or industrial sector.
• You understand substations, transmission systems, and electrical or mechanical installations.
• You are skilled at leading teams and driving performance.
• You have strong communication skills in Dutch and English.
• You are willing to travel regularly within Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.

More about us

Our employee benefit programs are tailored to each country and depend on job grade and experience. For this role, we offer a competitive benefits package that supports your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing. More information will be shared during the recruitment process.

If you have questions about this role or the benefits, please contact your Talent Partner.

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.