Project Manager (Electrical)

DigitalLand Services (FI) Oy; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne seeks an experienced Project Manager (Electrical) to lead electrical engineering packages for mission-critical data center projects. You will oversee HV/LV power distribution, UPS, switchgear, generators, and safety compliance on-site, coordinating with design, construction, and operations teams.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering, strong PM experience in critical environments, and solid English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong background and in-depth knowledge of similar project business and electrical systems in mission-critical environments.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of PMP or equivalent project management certification is a plus.
• Proficiency in English; Finnish is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with high integrity and collaborative working style.
• Willingness to travel and be on-site as required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
• Oversee project timelines, milestones, and deliverables using PM tools.
• Ensure adherence to electrical engineering best practices, codes, safety standards, and client guidelines.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure quality, safety, and productivity on site.
• Track project costs, approve invoices, and manage change orders.
• Conduct regular site visits, status meetings, and coordinate testing and commissioning.
• Ensure documentation is complete and accurate (drawings, specs, RFIs, submittals, reports).
• Provide technical expertise to resolve electrical issues and propose improvements.
• Guarantee compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

English proficiency

Independent work

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started. As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure. If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

What you’ll do

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager (Electrical) to lead and deliver electrical engineering packages for mission-critical data center projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge overseeing HV/LV power distribution, UPS systems, switchgrear, generators, and electrical safety compliance.

• Collaborating with internal teams (design, construction, operations) and external stakeholders (consultants, contractors, vendors) to ensure project alignment.
• Overseeing project timelines, milestones, and deliverables using project management tools.
• Ensuring adherence to electrical engineering best practices, local codes, safety standards and client-specific guidelines.
• Managing subcontractors and ensuring quality, safety, and productivity on site.
• Tracking project costs, approving invoices, and managing change orders.
• Conducting regular site visits, project status meetings, and coordinating testing and commissioning activities.
• Ensuring documentation is complete and accurate, including drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and project reports.
• Providing technical expertise in resolving electrical-related issues and propose improvements.
• Guaranteeing compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong background and in-depth knowledge of similar project business and electrical systems in mission-critical environments.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of project management tools PMP or equivalent project management certification is a plus.
• Proficiency in English, Finnish is considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a face-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with high integrity and a collaborative working style.
• Willingness to travel and be on-site as required.

Why join DayOne?

Be part of a company scaling fast in a booming industry. Work on an international stage with global leaders. Shape your career in a culture that values curiosity, agility, and bold thinking.

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data centre industry,

DayOne is a data center pioneer that develops and operates next-gen digital infrastructure for industry leaders who demand reliable, cost-effective and quickly scalable solutions. Our cutting-edge facilities empower hyperscalers and large enterprises to achieve rapid deployment and enhance connectivity, driving transformative engagement and innovation as we shape the future of industries. DayOne's data centers are located across key markets, including Singapore, Johor (Malaysia), Batam (Indonesia), Greater Bangkok, Hong Kong SAR, Tokyo, and beyond. Headquartered in Singapore, DayOne’s leadership team draws on over two decades of industry experience and a track record of building Asia's largest data center business. With DayOne, they have created the SIJORI (Singapore, Johor, and Riau Islands) market as a global data center hub. As demand for strategically located and customized data centers rises, DayOne's entrepreneurial spirit, customer-first strategy, deep local partnerships, and agile executional capabilities uniquely position us to power the growth ambitions of leading hyperscalers and large enterprises around the world.

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