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Curtis Tweddall

Curtis Tweddall

West Didsbury,UK

Summary

Project delivery professional specialising in transmission and renewable energy infrastructure, currently working as a Deputy Technical Project Manager at Siemens Energy. Experienced across HVDC, HVAC, GIS, and FACTS projects within the UK transmission network, with a strong track record supporting construction, installation, and commissioning phases of complex energy programmes.

Predominantly site-based, with experience on major international and UK projects including Sunrise Wind HVDC Converter Station (New York, USA), East Anglia Three, Inch Cape Offshore, and the Orkney–Caithness Link. Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and contractors across civils, primary plant, secondary systems, and commissioning activities within live construction and operational substation environments.

Skilled in package management, construction sequencing, HAZID facilitation, progress tracking, commissioning coordination, and health & safety leadership. Recognised for strong communication and interface management, effectively collaborating with clients, OEMs, EPC teams, subcontractors, and design functions to drive safe, efficient project delivery in fast-paced environments. Proactive professional with knack for strategic planning and problem-solving, seamlessly integrating technical knowledge with project management principles. Combines excellent communication and leadership skills to coordinate teams and drive project success. Ready to deliver impactful results in [Desired Position] role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Deputy Technical Project Manager

SIEMENS ENERGY
Manchester, UK
2025.09 - 2026.05

Key Responsibilities

Working across multiple FACTS and transmission infrastructure projects within the UK grid network, with primary focus on the Orkney–Caithness Link programme, including Dounreay West, Dounreay Existing, and Finstown substations.

  • Lead delivery of a £12 million GIS extension and substation packages within live operational transmission environments, ensuring safe and efficient execution
  • Manage and coordinate complex interfaces across civil works, primary plant, secondary systems, and commissioning activities involving multiple contractors and stakeholders
  • Facilitate and lead key project governance activities, including HAZID workshops, construction readiness reviews, and cross-functional coordination meetings
  • Oversee design integration, outage planning, construction sequencing, and commissioning preparation to ensure alignment with programme milestones
  • Act as central point of coordination for contractor interfaces during pre-installation, installation, and post-installation phases
  • Monitor and report on project progress across multiple work fronts, tracking installation completion, construction deliverables, and programme performance
  • Drive health, safety, and environmental compliance by supporting site audits, promoting best practices, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and project requirements
  • Collaborate closely with clients, OEMs, subcontractors, commissioning teams, and internal engineering/design functions to manage risks, resolve issues, and maintain delivery momentum
  • Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring effective communication and resolution of technical, commercial, and operational challenges

Graduate Project Manager East Anglia Three (UK)

SIEMENS ENERGY
Ipswich, UK
2025.03 - 2025.09
  • Supported site-based construction delivery and commissioning preparation for major HVDC converter station
  • Coordinated installation activities across multidisciplinary contractor teams on site with 200+ staff
  • Supported cable installation packages, construction sequencing, and completion tracking
  • Monitored progress and contributed to project reporting across key work fronts
  • Participated in site audits, health & safety initiatives, and contractor coordination meetings

Graduate Project Manager Sunrise Wind (USA)

SIEMENS ENERGY
New York, USA
2024.04 - 2025.03
  • Supported construction, installation, and commissioning across a large-scale HVDC project
  • Coordinated contractors and multidisciplinary teams during critical delivery phases
  • Managed progress tracking, installation reporting, and interface coordination
  • Supported cable engineering and installation involving 20,000+ cables
  • Gained international project experience within a complex transmission environment

Graduate Project Engineer Inch Cape Offshore (UK)

SIEMENS ENERGY
Newcastle, UK
2023.09 - 2024.04
  • Supported early-stage delivery of an offshore HVAC platform, developing a strong foundation in site management by assisting the Site Manager with daily coordination, planning, and reporting activities
  • Contributed to project planning, progress reporting, and stakeholder coordination across multidisciplinary teams and contractors
  • Participated in engineering, construction, and commissioning interface discussions, supporting alignment across design and delivery functions
  • Gained practical experience coordinating activities within a live site environment where multiple concurrent projects were in progress, ensuring effective communication, sequencing, and minimisation of interface conflicts
  • Supported management of contractor and consortium partner interactions, including resolving misalignment in HSE standards and reinforcing project safety expectations
  • Developed understanding of offshore transmission infrastructure, construction processes, and platform delivery

Education

MSc - Renewable Energy, Enterprise and Management

Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2022.09 - 2023.09

BSc Ba - Geography

Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne
2019.09 - 2022.09

A Levels - Geography, Applied Science, Philosophy, Religion & Ethics

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
Darlington
2017.08 - 2019.08

Skills

  • Project delivery and construction coordination
  • HVDC and HVAC transmission infrastructure
  • GIS and substation projects
  • Construction installation and commissioning
  • Package management and interface coordination
  • Contractor and subcontractor management
  • Team leadership and development
  • Stakeholder management
  • HAZID workshops and risk management
  • Health and safety leadership
  • Operational substation environments
  • Installation sequencing and outage coordination
  • Progress tracking and completion management
  • Civils primary and secondary systems coordination
  • Multidisciplinary team coordination
  • Problem solving in fast-paced construction environments
  • Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Aconex

INTERESTS

Regular gym training and fitness classes, Skiing and outdoor activities, Cooking and developing new recipes, Interest in global energy infrastructure, economics and geopolitics, Travelling and experiencing different cultures through international project work, Networking and engaging with people from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds

Accomplishments

  • Currently working as a Deputy Technical Project Manager within Siemens Energy following completion of the Siemens Energy Graduate Programme
  • Delivered project support across major international transmission infrastructure projects including Sunrise Wind HVDC Converter Station (New York, USA), East Anglia 3 and the Orkney-Caithness Link projects
  • Gained extensive site-based experience across construction, installation and commissioning phases within HVDC, HVAC, GIS and FACTS environments
  • Managing GIS extension package delivery across operational transmission infrastructure works involving civils, primary plant, secondary systems and commissioning interfaces
  • Led and supported HAZID workshops, construction readiness reviews and multidisciplinary coordination meetings across complex project environments
  • Worked predominantly site-based across major infrastructure projects, developing strong practical understanding of transmission construction and commissioning delivery
  • Founded and operated an independent food business whilst studying full-time at university, developing strong commercial, organisational and leadership skills
  • Professionally trained in traditional Neapolitan-style cooking and restaurant operations within high-pressure hospitality environments
  • Successfully balanced academic studies alongside business and management responsibilities, demonstrating strong work ethic, adaptability and time management skills
  • Awarded Distinction in ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence) demonstrating strong competency across Microsoft Office systems and digital tools

Certification

  • ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence) – Distinction
  • Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety Certification
  • Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and Primavera P6
  • Full UK Driving Licence (Clean)

Timeline

Deputy Technical Project Manager

SIEMENS ENERGY
2025.09 - 2026.05

Graduate Project Manager East Anglia Three (UK)

SIEMENS ENERGY
2025.03 - 2025.09

Graduate Project Manager Sunrise Wind (USA)

SIEMENS ENERGY
2024.04 - 2025.03

Graduate Project Engineer Inch Cape Offshore (UK)

SIEMENS ENERGY
2023.09 - 2024.04

MSc - Renewable Energy, Enterprise and Management

Newcastle University
2022.09 - 2023.09

BSc Ba - Geography

Newcastle University
2019.09 - 2022.09

A Levels - Geography, Applied Science, Philosophy, Religion & Ethics

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College
2017.08 - 2019.08
Curtis Tweddall