Remote HVDC Site Manager - Construction & Commissioning

Hitachi; Rotterdam; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic international environment

High-impact projects in energy infra

Safety, integrity, and sustainability

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Collaborative team culture

Global project exposure

Innovation leadership

Job summary

Hitachi Energy The Netherlands B.V. is seeking a Construction Site Manager to lead on-site construction and commissioning for HVDC converter station projects in the Netherlands and internationally.

You will coordinate daily operations, manage site teams and subcontractors, ensure safety and quality compliance, and drive timely, cost-effective project completion from mobilization to handover. Responsibilities include manpower planning, SoW/DoW alignment, change management, testing, and robust HSE

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Site Manager in energy or industrial construction projects.
• Fluency in English and Dutch, written and spoken.
• Strong commercial awareness and experience in contract management.
• Hands-on experience in civil works, installation, and/or commissioning.
• Certified knowledge in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) practices.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site across France, Europe, and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Manage manpower planning and site logistics to meet project milestones.
• Ensure all site personnel understand the Scope of Work (SoW) and Division of Work (DoW).
• Handle change management, including variation orders and subcontractor coordination.
• Guarantee that all testing is completed and accepted by the customer.
• Promote a strong Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) culture on-site.
• Ensure quality assurance and proper archiving of all project records.
• Secure all necessary permits and licenses for compliant site operations.
• Maintain structured and up-to-date documentation and reporting.

Skills

Site management

Project coordination

Contract management

HSE knowledge

English

Dutch

Education

BEng in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil

Job description

Hitachi Energy The Netherlands B.V. is seeking a Construction Site Manager to lead on-site construction and commissioning for HVDC converter station projects in the Netherlands and internationally.

You will coordinate daily operations, manage site teams and subcontractors, ensure safety and quality compliance, and drive timely, cost-effective project completion from mobilization to handover. Responsibilities include manpower planning, SoW/DoW alignment, change management, testing, and robust HSE