Electrical Project Manager

Vallum Associates; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 1,100,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallum Associates is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to oversee the delivery of electrical systems on a major hyperscale Data Centre project in Southwest Sweden. You will manage electrical packages, lead teams, and coordinate with related disciplines to ensure safe, high-quality execution.

The role requires 7–10+ years in electrical projects, with strong BIM experience (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks) and a background in data centres or mission-critical environments.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience delivering electrical systems on large-scale construction projects.
• Electrical Engineering, Building Services or a related technical discipline.
• Proven experience managing electrical installations, subcontractors and site delivery.
• Data Centre or mission-critical construction experience is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of power distribution and backup power systems.
• Familiarity with BIM and design review tools such as AutoCAD, Revit or Navisworks.
• Good understanding of electrical commissioning, testing, quality and safety procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, commercial awareness and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of electrical packages including HV/MV/LV distribution and UPS systems.
• Lead electrical teams, subcontractors and suppliers during construction.
• Plan installation activities, resources, project schedules and procurement requirements.
• Review drawings, submittals, method statements and installation readiness.
• Monitor progress, budgets, quality, HSE compliance and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with mechanical, CSA, controls and commissioning teams for successful integration.
• Oversee testing, commissioning support, defect resolution and final handover.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Commercial awareness

Safety procedures

Education

Electrical Engineering

Building Services

Related technical discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Site-Based

About the Opportunity

We are working with a leading international design and build contractor specialising in the delivery of large-scale, mission-critical Data Centre facilities across Europe and the Nordics.

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of electrical systems on a major hyperscale Data Centre project in Southwest Sweden.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing electrical installations, subcontractors, project schedules and technical coordination, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of electrical packages, including HV/MV/LV distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Lead electrical teams, subcontractors and suppliers throughout construction.
• Plan and coordinate installation activities, resources, project schedules and procurement requirements.
• Review electrical drawings, technical submittals, method statements and installation readiness.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, quality, HSE compliance and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with mechanical, CSA, controls and commissioning teams to ensure successful integration of electrical systems.
• Oversee electrical testing, inspections, commissioning support, defect resolution and final handover.

Candidate Requirements

• 7–10+ years of experience delivering electrical systems on large-scale construction projects.
• Relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services or a related technical discipline.
• Proven experience managing electrical installations, subcontractors and site delivery.
• Data Centre or mission-critical construction experience is highly desirable.
• Strong technical understanding of power distribution, critical electrical infrastructure and backup power systems.
• Familiarity with BIM and design review tools such as AutoCAD, Revit or Navisworks.
• Good understanding of electrical commissioning, testing, quality and safety procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, commercial awareness and project coordination skills.
• Previous experience working in Sweden or the Nordics is advantageous.
• Ideally based in Southwest Sweden.
• Fluent English required; Swedish is advantageous.

What's on offer:

• Opportunity to deliver a major hyperscale Data Centre development.
• Join an established international contractor with a growing Nordic project portfolio.
• Work alongside experienced multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.