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Head of Site Management

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Head of Site Management

Vaasa, Finland

Career opportunities in Europe

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is committed to solving some of the biggest global challenges of our time by advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are able to deliver on this great promise because we have great people who everyday work and innovate collaboratively across the globe.

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Hitachi Energy's Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service global product group is a world-leading provider of grid connections and power quality solutions that enable our customers to build a more sustainable, flexible and secure energy system. We leverage our long-standing technology leadership, vast integration expertise, huge installed base and global footprint to provide our customers with life-cycle value solutions at the lowest risk. Our customers are in the utility, renewables, industry, transportation, data centers and infrastructure sectors.

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Our business in Europe has more than 1,000 skilled professionals focused on critical areas of expertise and is present in 16 countries.

At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business in Europe (HBUEU), diversity drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.

Join Our Team!

We are now looking for a Head of Site Management in Finland or Sweden. In this role you will lead a team of highly competent site managers and support technical installation and commissioning teams. This role is responsible to oversee the team performing the civil and site management for the delivery of fully a functional system to the customer. You will be setting goals and objectives for team members as well as ensuring that policies, practices and procedures are understood and followed by direct reports, customers and stakeholders.

How you'll make an impact

  • Manage day to day operations of the team ensuring projects are staffed and work is completed as scheduled aligning with the project execution team
  • Coach and develop the team to execute safely at a high level with integrity and exceptional customer service
  • Drive site management process improvements and expand the use of digital execution tools to improve efficiency and quality
  • Support pre-project proposal and tender support for project site management: providing scope, duration, resources, and budget data
  • Collaborate with other service team leaders to develop and implement strategic business initiatives ensuring the growth and profitability of the business

Your Background

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering and/or a strong project and service execution experience
  • Experience with construction, installation, and commissioning of systems used in power conversion, utility, or other heavy industrial industries
  • Ability to lead and motive your team, plan and coordinate their site activities, estimate project time and material requirements while managing multiple priorities
  • Good verbal and written skills in Finnish and English

Your features

  • Good in stakeholder management both to the team, management and customers.
  • Good in handling stressed situation and managing own work/life balance
  • Structured and good in handling people
  • Driven and curious on development of the works

Ready for a new exciting challenge? Come and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society!

Apply for the position by 07 December, 2024. Please note that we will initiate interviews as candidates apply and position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

For more information about the role, please contact Niclas Eklund, Head of Nordic Cluster Operations, niclas.eklund@hitachienergy.com

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Client-provided location(s): Vaasa, Finland; Västerås, Sweden
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-108469
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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