Offshore HVDC Construction & Commissioning Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Benefit car (lease)/Cash Alternative

Enhanced leave programs

40 days PTO in the Netherlands with‑/‑

Flexible working/hybrid and a Bonus Q1

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Project Construction & Commissioning Manager to lead offshore HVDC project construction and commissioning, partnering with site leadership to ensure safe, efficient execution. The role emphasizes coordinating site mobilization, planning, and adherence to HSE standards.

You will drive constructability improvements and manage relationships between site and home office, supporting planning, reporting, and continuous optimization of site activities.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience in construction, commissioning, or site management in industrial or energy projects.
• Knowledge of HVDC, power plants, EPC projects, or similar large-scale environments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate handover from Tendering to Construction, including scope, schedule, risks and constructability.
• Prepare initial plans for storage, maintenance, spare parts and site infrastructure.
• Support site start‑up and mobilization; ensure a complete site execution plan.
• Ensure compliance with laws, permits, labor rules and all HSE and training requirements.
• Monitor construction progress, costs, risks and manpower; prepare mitigation actions with Site Manager.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site resources and cost reporting to support efficient execution.
• Represent the site team in interactions with the home office and ensure accurate reporting.
• Drive constructability improvements and lead lessons‑learned activities for future projects.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Team coordination

Offshore coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Project Construction & Commissioning Manager to lead offshore HVDC project construction and commissioning, partnering with site leadership to ensure safe, efficient execution. The role emphasizes coordinating site mobilization, planning, and adherence to HSE standards.

You will drive constructability improvements and manage relationships between site and home office, supporting planning, reporting, and continuous optimization of site activities.