Senior Project Manager - Data Centre & AI Infrastructure

Asobbi Ltd; Kristiansand; On-site; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

asobbi is partnering with a rapidly growing infrastructure business delivering complex, high-value projects across Data Centres, AI Infrastructure, Energy and Critical Infrastructure in South-West Norway.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to own major development and infrastructure projects from planning through handover, leading contractors and coordinating interfaces across power, cooling and building systems.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience delivering complex infrastructure, construction or engineering projects.
• Background in Data Centres, AI Infrastructure, Energy or Critical Infrastructure.
• Proven experience managing projects through construction, commissioning and handover.
• Strong understanding of MEP and technically complex infrastructure.
• Experience working with multiple contractors and concurrent workstreams.
• Fluent English; Norwegian language capability is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex Data Centre & AI Infrastructure projects from concept through delivery.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, risks and milestones.
• Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, consultants and specialist suppliers.
• Oversee civil, structural, mechanical and electrical workstreams.
• Manage technical interfaces across power, cooling, utilities and building infrastructure.
• Drive commissioning, testing, snagging and operational handover.
• Provide clear reporting to senior internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Risk management

Contractor management

Reporting

HSE

Coordination

MEP knowledge

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Data Centre & AI Infrastructure

West Norway

Permanent | Full-Time

asobbi is partnered with a rapidly growing infrastructure business delivering complex, high-value projects across Data Centres, AI Infrastructure, Energy and Critical Infrastructure.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to take ownership of major development and infrastructure projects in South-West Norway.

This is a senior, hands-on role covering the full project lifecycle — from planning and design through construction, contractor management, commissioning and final handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex Data Centre & AI Infrastructure projects from concept through delivery
• Manage project programmes, budgets, risks and key milestones
• Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, consultants and specialist suppliers
• Oversee civil, structural, mechanical and electrical workstreams
• Manage technical interfaces across power, cooling, utilities and building infrastructure
• Drive commissioning, testing, snagging and operational handover
• Manage contractor performance, variations and commercial matters
• Maintain the highest standards of HSE, quality and compliance
• Provide clear reporting to senior internal and external stakeholders

Ideal Experience

• 8+ years’ experience delivering complex infrastructure, construction or engineering projects
• Background in Data Centres, AI Infrastructure, Critical Infrastructure, Energy, Industrial Projects or Power
• Proven experience managing projects through construction, commissioning and handover
• Strong understanding of MEP and technically complex infrastructure
• Experience managing multiple contractors and concurrent workstreams
• Strong commercial, programme and stakeholder management capability
• Experience working on projects in Norway is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Norwegian construction standards, including NS 8407, would be advantageous
• Fluent English; Norwegian language capability is highly desirable

This is a high-impact role within a business delivering next-generation Data Centre and AI Infrastructure projects in one of Europe’s most attractive energy markets.

You’ll have genuine project ownership, strong visibility with senior leadership and the opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure developments supporting the future of AI and high-performance computing.