Project Manager

03-07-2026
Job Type
Contract
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Construction and Engineering
Functional Expertise
Countries
Salary Type
Hourly
Salary
Negotiable

Job Description

Leap29 are partnering with a leading client to recruit an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of High Voltage (HV) EPC (Turnkey) works on a major data centre project in Norway. This is an excellent opportunity to oversee critical electrical infrastructure from design through commissioning on one of Europe's fastest-growing mission-critical developments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the end-to-end delivery of HV EPC (turnkey) packages, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
  • Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover activities.
  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams, contractors, consultants, and equipment suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and resource plans.
  • Oversee the installation and commissioning of HV infrastructure, including substations, transformers, switchgear, cable systems, and grid connections.
  • Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and health & safety requirements.
  • Manage project reporting, stakeholder communication, contract administration, and change management.
  • Support commissioning, energisation, testing, and final handover to the client.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 8 years' experience delivering HV EPC or turnkey electrical infrastructure projects.
  • Proven experience managing substations, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
  • Strong understanding of project controls, commercial management, scheduling, and risk management.
  • Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple contractors and workstreams within a fast-paced construction environment.
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Desirable Experience

  • Previous experience delivering data centre or mission-critical infrastructure projects.
  • Knowledge of HV systems including transformers, GIS/AIS switchgear, protection systems, and grid connections.
  • Familiarity with FIDIC, NEC, or similar contract frameworks.
  • Experience managing commissioning, energisation, and project handover activities.
  • Norwegian language skills would be advantageous but are not essential.

What's on Offer

  • Initial 12-month contract with strong potential for extension.
  • Competitive day rate.
  • Opportunity to work on a flagship data centre project in Norway.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge critical infrastructure and large-scale electrical projects.
  • Long-term opportunities within the rapidly growing Nordic data centre sector.

If you're an experienced Project Manager with a background in High Voltage EPC projects and are looking to contribute to the delivery of world-class data centre infrastructure in Norway, then click apply or alternatively email me your cv at rchai@leap29.com

Consultant

Remus Chai