Job summary
Seeking an experienced Electrical Lead Engineer responsible for overseeing all electrical aspects of a major data centre construction project. This role entails management from design coordination and procurement through to construction, energisation, commissioning, and final handover. The position is a senior leadership role within the project management team, focusing on safety, quality, schedule, budget, and technical delivery of electrical scope.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Fyresdal
- Work setup
- On-site
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the entire electrical team including engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle. Coordinate with design, procurement, construction, commissioning, QA/QC, HSE, commercial, and client teams to ensure a smooth and fully operational project handover. Oversee electrical design development, review technical submissions, manage procurement and installation readiness. Plan and sequence electrical construction work, monitor subcontractor performance, resolve interface issues, and mitigate risks. Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental standards, and quality requirements. Manage project commercial aspects such as labour, materials, variations, and reporting. Lead electrical system completion, testing, energisation, commissioning, and final handover activities.
Qualifications
Must have a recognized electrical trade qualification and/or degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. A minimum of 10 years' experience on major construction projects delivering electrical systems, with at least 5 years in a leadership role such as Electrical Lead or Electrical Manager. Demonstrable expertise in HV/MV and LV power distribution, switchgear, transformers, UPS, earthing and protection systems. Experience managing subcontractors, multidisciplinary coordination, and client interfacing equipment. Strong skills in project programme, procurement, commercial management, and risk control. Fluent English required. Experience in data centre or similar critical infrastructure projects is beneficial. Professional engineering accreditation and familiarity with digital construction tools are advantages.