Project Manager

1 month ago

Stone, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Hitachi Careers Full time

Description

Hitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help keep your lights on, the factories running, our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation.

At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable​ energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society.

We are convinced that HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) technology, solutions for energy transfer with direct current at high voltages, is a long-term sustainable solution. The technology is used for energy transmission over long distances and to connect electricity networks with minimal losses. In addition to energy transfer, HVDC technology also alleviates electricity quality problems and can contribute to the stabilization of connected power grids for offshore wind power or long-distance underwater transmissions, direct current is the only realistic energy transmission alternative.

Please note this role will be based in Daedalus Converter Station, Vulcan Way, Solent Enterprise Zone, Lee on Solent, PO13 9FW and will be of a hybrid nature.

Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship on this opportunity.

As Project Manager, the role primarily involves project leadership for a long term service agreement at a critical HVDC site located in Lee on the Solent within the UK along with other long term service agreements and minor projects. This role has ultimate responsibility for each of the project deliverables. These include but are not limited to managing the scope of the project, creating, and managing the project plan, identifying key stakeholders, managing the budget, ensuring all work is compliant with the relevant standards, managing contractors and completing all projects within the agreed deadline. This role will also have overall responsibility for the cyber security elements of the various projects. Reporting to the Operations Manager you will be responsible for a team of 3 direct reports, so people management experience is very desirable.

Your responsibilities:

Planning and scheduling

Defines, jointly with the Project Controls department, all project plan documents, including scope and financial plans, schedule and risk management plans.

Project execution and control

Ensures that the project follows execution best practices and Hitachi Energy policies. Effectively monitors and controls project progress and efficient resource utilization. Monitors and controls project financials, overseeing project invoicing status, cost, expenses and cash flow. Identifies, qualifies, quantifies and manages project risks, and ensures that all opportunities are identified and pursued. Captures, analyses and shares lessons learned throughout the project. Ensures that the project is formally closed out, as contractually agreed.

Contract claims and procurement management

Ensures that the project consistently applies contract and claims management, in accordance with Hitachi Energy policies and contractual agreements. Coordinates with Supply Chain Management, and successfully procures required services, materials and equipment for the project from external and internal suppliers.

Stakeholder relations

Acts as key contact for the customer and an escalation point for project issues. Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and effectively communicates with all stakeholders.

Health, safety and environment (HSE)

Ensures the project follows and complies with company health, safety, and environmental policies.

Your background:

  • Bachelor's degree in project management, or equivalent, and a minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Proven capability to coordinate and lead remote teams, working in different geographic locations.
  • Demonstrated experience in management of project scope, cost, schedules, quality, and vendors/subcontractors.
  • Excellent organisational and co-ordination skills with the ability to prioritize and manage peaks in workload.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with employees and customers in a professional manner, both in person and via telephone, and a strong focus on managing customer relationships.
  • Experience or willingness to embrace cyber security processes and procedures.
  • Good knowledge of Project scheduling, planning, estimation, procurement & cost control.
  • Experience in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needs.
  • Natural relationship builder with integrity, reliability, and maturity.
  • Ability to prioritize among competing tasks.
  • Keen attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite In particular MS Project.
  • Proficient in the use of SAP.
  • Ability to delegate to as well as motivate a team, in executing tasks to deadline.
  • Previous experience in critical infrastructure is a major plus.

For the right individual there could be opportunities to train as a Senior Authorised Person or go onto standby rotas to assist the wider business needs.

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