Service Project Manager

Location:

Remote - Staffordshire, United KingdomJob ID:

R0124951Date Posted:

2026-07-03Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITEDProfession (Job Category):

Project/Program ManagementJob Schedule:

Full timeRemote:

YesJob Description:

The opportunity

As a Service Project Manager at Hitachi Energy you play a key role in the successful and safe execution of projects and Service Level Agreements. You will be able to use your sound judgement and built upon your solid expertise, to deliver the best possible results every time.

You'll lead, coach and mentor a talented team of engineers and technicians and contribute to the strategy and growth of Transformer Service by delivering high-quality, cost-effective projects and solutions in line with our processes, quality standards and safety guidelines.

Please note we are unable to provide visa support on this position.

How you'll make an impact

  • Focus on providing the best possible customer service and help to identify new business opportunities

  • You’ll be working on multiple projects from start to finish simultaneously

  • Plan, co-ordinate and control every aspect – from costings, procurement and budget control to technical aspects, the allocation of resources and supply chain management – in line with design requirements

  • Manage aspects of project delivery, including site reporting, and will maintain a key strategic role with responsibility for commercial, financial, contractual and QHSE implications

  • Develop, monitor and review progress to ensure all work remains on schedule and within cost and quality estimates

  • Operate as part of a team, leading the way to deliver highly successful outcomes

  • Work alongside the Sales Manager and Tendering Team to assist in the growth of the business

  • Cultivate open and transparent relationships both externally and internally and use your solution-driven mindset to achieve clarity of expectation, mitigate challenges and provide a seamless experience to customers

Your background
  • You have a background in project engineering with extensive, proven experience within the energy sector

  • Project Management certification desired

  • Experience working with transformers is essential

  • You’ll also have successfully managed several high-value projects, including accountability for every aspect and for driving all activities

  • You also have knowledge of contractual obligations, SLAs, quality and HSE as well as supply chain management and resource planning

  • Ability to operate with minimal supervision, but you’re also very much a team player

  • You’re an exceptional communicator who’s effective at translating technical detail into relatable and relevant content and confident enough to liaise with customers and colleagues at all levels

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance

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