Project Manager Substation & Electrical Systems

atNorth Holding AB; Haugesund; On-site; NOK 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

atNorth Holding AB is seeking a skilled Electrical Project Manager in Haugesund to oversee the management of substation and electrical systems for a data center project. The role demands ensuring compliance with standards and timely project execution while managing contractors on-site.

Your responsibilities include tracking progress, coordinating with internal teams, and managing project schedules. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience and fluency in English and Norwegian.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project or construction management.
• Experience with design and build contracts.
• Fluent in English and Norwegian, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Oversee that all design of substation and electrical systems meet standards.
• Manage contractors on-site and ensure project execution.
• Develop and maintain project schedules together with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering

Communication

Problem-solving

Risk management

Education

Relevant degree in electrical engineering

Job description

atNorth is a leading Nordic data center company providing cost-effective, scalable high-density colocation and built-to-suit services to industry-leading organizations across Iceland, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Norway.

With sustainability at our core, our data centers run on renewable energy and are designed according to circular economy principles. Through innovative design, power efficiency, and intelligent operations, we deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure.

Headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland, atNorth operates eight data centers across the Nordics, with additional sites under development in Finland, Denmark, Sweden and Norway.

We combine world-class technology with a people-first culture built on collaboration, ownership, and trust, empowering our teams to grow, take responsibility, and make a real impact.

By joining our international team, you will help shape the future of sustainable digital infrastructure.

atNorth is now starting to build in Norway and the first DC project will be close to Haugesund. The first phase of this project is 120MW DC.

Project Manager Substation & Electrical Systems

atNorth are now looking for a skilled and driven Electrical Project Manager to join our project in Haugesund area and the Development team in Norway.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering reliable and compliant project and construction management support, enabling smooth project execution and ensuring a seamless handover to Operations. You will oversee projects from planning through to completion, manage contractors on-site, and collaborate closely with internal teams such as Design, Security, and Operations.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to large-scale, high-impact data center developments across the Nordics.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee that all design of substation and electrical systems are done to meet atNorth standards and local regulations
• Support procurement of OFCI equipment and substation components and ensure timely delivery of owner-furnished equipment.
• Support and oversee procurement and contract negotiation for substation Contractor and Data Centre (DC) Contractor for electrical systems in collaboration with Commercial and Delivery team.
• Oversee projects from planning to completion in collaboration with the local project team.
• Manage the Substation Contractor and DC contractor (Electrical Scope) on a daily basis and escalte issues when needed.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with local regulations and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders including Design, Security, and Operations.
• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules together with relevant stakeholders.
• Lead weekly progress meetings and ensure alignment on milestones and deliverables for substation contractors and electrical SOW on the DC
• Monitor and report site progress, including working hours and construction status.
• Ensure installations meet atNorth’s quality standards and are in compliance with local regulations and client requirements.
• Oversee commissioning activities in coordination with the Commissioning Manager.

Your profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project or construction management
• Experience with design and build contracts.
• Experience with Norwegian Contract standards, NS8407.
• Experience working on complex or large-scale construction projects (data center experience is an advantage, not a requirement)
• Knowledge of HV substation and complex HV/LV systems with redundancies, including local power storage and generation
• Coordination between design & contractors, and the local DSO
• Risk & Compliance management, ensuring all installations meet regional energy regulations and safety standards.
• Relevant degree in electrical engineering and experience with High Voltage systems and substation.
• Structured and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain project momentum
• Proactive and solution-oriented with strong communication skills
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Fluent in Norwegian, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to work on-site daily in Haugesund

About the atNorth Culture

We believe that sustainable success starts with the wellbeing of our people. For us, an open, transparent, and inclusive culture is more than a priority, it is the core of how we lead and innovate.

We don’t just talk about culture; we nurture it. Through regular one-to-one engagements and monthly wellbeing surveys, we listen carefully to our teams, ensuring that every voice is heard and every opportunity for improvement is embraced.

We recognize that innovation and collaboration thrive where people feel truly connected, which is why we come together each week to share ideas, strengthen relationships, and nurture a sense of belonging, sometimes over a simple breakfast and good conversation.

At atNorth, we are building a community where you can do your best work and shape a sustainable future together.