Location:Jeddah, Maddinah, Saudi ArabiaJob ID: R0085292Date Posted:2026-01-12Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity The Head of HVDC C&amp;C Civil AMEA will lead and strategically manage the Civil construction team and all Civil construction activities for High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) converter stations across the Asia &amp; Middle East (AMEA) region, ensuring project delivery excellence, technical compliance, and sustainable growth. The Head of HVDC C&amp;C Civil AMEA will report to the Global Head of HVDC C&amp;C Civil. How you’ll make an impact             <ul><li>Develop and implement the strategic vision for Civil construction within HVDC C&amp;C AMEA, aligning with global business objectives and market demands. </li><li>Team Leadership &amp; Development and lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Civil construction managers and engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. </li><li>Ensure the competence, skills and tools to allow the Civil construction project teams to oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of all Civil works for HVDC converter station projects throughout AMEA, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. </li><li>Ensure the implementation of Lessons Learnt and best design practices for construction, through close cooperation with all stakeholders and involvement in Constructability and Design reviews. </li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for Civil construction related matters with internal and external stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships to facilitate project success. </li><li>Support the Civil construction project teams to Identify, assess, and mitigate Civil-related risks throughout the project lifecycle, including technical, commercial, environmental, and safety risks. </li><li>Manage departmental budgets, resources, and staffing levels effectively to optimize operational efficiency and project profitability. </li><li>Ensure resources to provide expert Civil construction input and support during the tendering and bidding phases for new HVDC projects in AMEA and champion a strong HSE culture within all Civil activities, ensuring compliance with Hitachi Energy's HSE policies and promoting safe working practices. </li><li>Drive initiatives for process optimization, standardization, and the integration of new technologies within the Civil construction discipline.</li><li>You will be ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li><li>Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business.</li></ul>Your background    <ul><li>Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering.</li><li>Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Civil engineering and/or construction, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership or management role. </li><li>Extensive experience with large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in the power transmission sector, and a strong understanding of HVDC converter station civil requirements. </li><li>Proven track record of successfully delivering complex civil projects within multi-national environments and demonstrable experience in managing diverse civil teams. </li><li>Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities and proven abilities to influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders. </li><li>Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and results-Oriented mindset with a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.</li><li>Highly organized with a Structured Approach to problem-solving and decision-making and strong Cross-Cultural Awareness and experience working in the AMEA region. </li><li>Demonstrated Customer-Focused approach to project delivery and client satisfaction. High level of personal integrity and commitment to Ethical Behaviors. </li><li>Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English language is required.</li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

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Head of HVDC C&C Civil AMEA

Location:Jeddah, Maddinah, Saudi ArabiaJob ID: R0085292Date Posted:2026-01-12Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Engineering &amp; ScienceJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity The Head of HVDC C&amp;C Civil&nbsp;AMEA&nbsp;will lead and strategically manage the Civil construction team and all Civil construction activities for High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) converter stations across the&nbsp;Asia &amp; Middle East&nbsp;(AMEA)&nbsp;region, ensuring project delivery excellence, technical compliance, and sustainable growth.&nbsp;The Head of HVDC C&amp;C Civil&nbsp;AMEA&nbsp;will report to the Global Head of&nbsp;HVDC&nbsp;C&amp;C Civil.&nbsp;How you’ll make an impact&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>Develop and implement the strategic vision for Civil construction within HVDC C&amp;C&nbsp;AMEA, aligning with global business objectives and market demands.&nbsp;</li><li>Team Leadership &amp; Development and lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Civil construction managers and engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure the competence, skills and tools to allow the Civil construction project teams to oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of all Civil works for HVDC converter station projects throughout&nbsp;AMEA, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure the implementation of Lessons Learnt and best design practices for construction, through close cooperation with all stakeholders and involvement in Constructability and Design reviews.&nbsp;</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for Civil construction related matters with internal and external stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships to facilitate project success.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the Civil construction project teams to Identify, assess, and mitigate Civil-related risks throughout the project lifecycle, including technical, commercial, environmental, and safety risks.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage departmental budgets, resources, and staffing levels effectively to optimize operational efficiency and project profitability.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure resources to provide expert Civil construction input and support during the tendering and bidding phases for new HVDC projects in&nbsp;AMEA and champion a strong HSE culture within all Civil activities, ensuring compliance with Hitachi Energy's HSE policies and promoting safe working practices.&nbsp;</li><li>Drive initiatives for process optimization, standardization, and the integration of new technologies within the Civil construction discipline.</li><li>You will be ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li><li>Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business.</li></ul>Your background&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering.</li><li>Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Civil engineering and/or construction, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership or management role.&nbsp;</li><li>Extensive experience with large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in the power transmission sector, and a strong understanding of HVDC converter station civil requirements.&nbsp;</li><li>Proven track record of successfully delivering complex civil projects within multi-national environments and demonstrable experience in managing diverse civil teams.&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.&nbsp;Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities and proven abilities to influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and results-Oriented mindset with a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.</li><li>Highly organized with a Structured Approach to problem-solving and decision-making and strong Cross-Cultural Awareness and experience working in the AMEA region.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated Customer-Focused approach to project delivery and client satisfaction.&nbsp;High level of personal integrity and commitment to Ethical Behaviors.&nbsp;</li><li>Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English language is required.</li></ul><h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

Head of HVDC C&C Civil AMEA

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