Job Title: Technical Director – Hydrogen Projects
Location: UK (Remote or Hybrid options available)
Employment Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
A major clean energy organisation is seeking an accomplished Technical Director to lead the delivery of a nationally significant hydrogen project. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a flagship green hydrogen infrastructure asset — from detailed engineering through to commercial operation.
You'll be the driving force behind a high-impact project that will help shape the UK's low-carbon future, overseeing a broad range of stakeholders and technical workstreams including EPC, grid connections, power agreements, and more.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership
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Own the full project lifecycle from engineering to commissioning and start-up
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Define and deliver the project strategy, ensuring targets on safety, budget, and timeline are met
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Serve as the central authority for all technical and delivery decisions
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Oversee integration between engineering, procurement, and construction
Owner’s Engineer Oversight
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Act as primary point of contact for the Owner’s Engineer (OE)
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Ensure OE resourcing and performance align with project milestones
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Maintain strong lines of communication between internal and external stakeholders
Procurement & Contract Management
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Oversee delivery of the electrolyser package and EPC contracts
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Ensure seamless integration with grid connection and related infrastructure
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Manage commercial obligations, KPIs, contract variations, and claims
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Support final negotiations for power supply agreements
Stakeholder Engagement
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Act as the face of the project to regulators, funding bodies, the offtaker, and local communities
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Ensure reporting requirements for investors, government partners, and funders are fully met
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Provide project updates to steering committees and executive boards
What We’re Looking For
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Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, or similar)
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10+ years’ experience in major project delivery (CAPEX >£50M), including 5+ years in a senior leadership role
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Proven experience delivering complex energy or infrastructure projects through EPC and commissioning
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Strong track record managing Owner’s Engineers and multidisciplinary teams
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Commercial and contractual acumen
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Confident communicator and stakeholder manager
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Familiarity with hydrogen or renewable energy projects a strong advantage
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Chartered Engineer or relevant project management certification preferred
Additional Info
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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Remote work options available with site visits as required.
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Competitive six-figure salary plus performance bonus and benefits package.