[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Hitachi jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Hitachi # Senior Project Commissioning Manager Birmingham, England, United Kingdom Full-time Manager or lead Operations Listed on Hitachi’s official careers site. Listed as of October 19, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Hitachi’s careers site →](https://careers.hitachi.com/senior-project-commissioning-manager/job/R0142992) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Hitachi](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/) / Senior Project Commissioning Manager ## Job description The Opportunity Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning execution of major HVDC, High Voltage (HV), Substation, and Grid Integration projects across the UK. As the primary commissioning authority within the project organisation, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering all commissioning activities from design review through testing, energisation, performance verification, and final handover. You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within contractual requirements, and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. Working closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Operations, customers, and external stakeholders, you will drive commissioning readiness, manage project risks, and lead the successful transition of assets into operation. ### Your Responsibilities Lead all commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle, from design review and commissioning planning through to energisation, performance testing, and final handover. Act as the primary commissioning authority within the project team and serve as the main point of contact for all commissioning-related matters. Develop and implement project commissioning strategies, schedules, procedures, test plans, and work instructions. Manage subsystem testing, system testing, energisation, trial operation, reliability runs, and final acceptance activities. Ensure commissioning activities are executed safely and in compliance with project specifications, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and customer standards. Monitor commissioning progress against project milestones and implement recovery plans where required to mitigate schedule risks. Coordinate commissioning interfaces between Engineering, Construction, Operations, suppliers, contractors, and customers. Lead the resolution of technical issues, punch points, defects, and non-conformities to achieve successful project completion. Manage commissioning documentation, test reports, system completion records, turnover packages, and handover dossiers. Identify commissioning risks and implement mitigation measures to support safe and successful delivery. Support customer inspections, witnessing activities, and final acceptance processes. Drive commissioning excellence through effective planning, execution, and stakeholder management. Your Background Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Significant commissioning experience within HVDC, High Voltage, Substation, Transmission & Distribution, or Grid Integration projects. Proven experience leading commissioning activities on large-scale power, energy, utilities, or infrastructure projects. Strong understanding of commissioning planning, testing methodologies, energisation processes, and operational handover requirements. Experience managing commissioning programmes involving multiple stakeholders and contractors. Strong knowledge of health, safety, and quality requirements within high-voltage environments. Demonstrated ability to manage project risks, technical challenges, and schedule-critical activities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build strong customer relationships. TP141A certification is highly desirable. Previous National Grid project experience or experience working within National Grid operational environments is strongly preferred. ### What We Offer At Hitachi Energy, you'll have the opportunity to work on some of the world's most advanced HVDC and Grid Integration projects, helping drive the transition to a more sustainable and resilient energy future. You'll collaborate with talented colleagues, industry experts, and customers to deliver critical infrastructure that powers communities and economies. More ### About Us Hitachi Energy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We provide competitive salaries, flexible working opportunities, professional development programmes, and a supportive environment that encourages growth and innovation through career development programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Specific benefits depend on location and will be communicated during the interview process. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join us to inspire the next era of sustainable energy! ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 12, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Hitachi’s careers site →](https://careers.hitachi.com/senior-project-commissioning-manager/job/R0142992) ## More jobs at Hitachi ### [Project Construction & Commissioning Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/0345a21f7da8588648c0/) Birmingham, England, United Kingdom ### [Commissioning Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/5b37fbb715d51fb903ab/) Birmingham, England, United Kingdom ### [Contract Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/6581228dd8552f695b4c/) Birmingham, England, United Kingdom ### [Installation Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/f5deb68db2a1a96dca5d/) Birmingham, England, United Kingdom ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Project Commissioning Engineer (f/m/d)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/149831a377cc3a2c0864/) ABB · Minden, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany ### [Project Installation and Commissioning Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens-energy/jobs/9007c5d3a3bdbf45ed0a/) Siemens Energy ### [Commissioning Project Engineer, Commissioning](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/amazon/jobs/ebed134b05a7e17c4442/) Amazon · ES, Zaragoza ### [Chargé(e) d’Affaires Construction Postes Electriques Haute Tension / Installation & Commissioning Project Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens-energy/jobs/5f45f4a076833a4c336d/) Siemens Energy · Grenoble, France ### [Commissioning Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/dab6c1323eeeda040c17/) ABB · Caesarea, Israel OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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