Construction Project Specialist - 12-Month FTC (Parental Leave Cover)

Location: Cordoba, Cordoba, Spain Job ID: R0133359 Date Posted: 2026-06-25 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U. Profession (Job Category): Administration & Facilities Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description

Join Hitachi Energy in Spain as a Construction Project Specialist– 12-Month FTC (Parental Leave Cover). In this role, you will lead and support the execution of facility infrastructure projects in an industrial environment, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations. You will support the planning and execution of infrastructure projects within an industrial environment, ensuring facilities operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, you will contribute to upgrades, renovations, and maintenance strategies, gaining hands‑on experience in complex facility projects while developing your technical and project management skills in a collaborative and dynamic team.

How you’ll make an impact

• Plan and execution of facility upgrades, renovations, and new construction projects.
• Manage external contractors and vendors, ensuring quality, safety, and budget compliance.
• Monitor project progress and resolve issues to meet timelines and performance targets.
• Enforce safety standards and ensure full compliance with regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of projects, assets, and maintenance activities.
• Identify improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and extend asset lifespan.
• Respond to critical facility incidents, including outside regular working hours when required.

Your background

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.

• Minimum 3 years of project management experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience managing complex technical or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Solid problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Fluency in Spanish and English (minimum B2 level).

More about us

A holistic range of competitive benefit program to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out.

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Flexible Working
• Meal Allowance
• Life Insurance
• Medical Check‑up
• Psychological assistance
• Language trainings
• Coaching & Assessments

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Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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