Senior Electrical Lead, Data Centre Projects

Winthrop Technologies Ltd.; Gävle kommun; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary packages

Career progression and development

Data centre project exposure

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies Ltd invites an experienced Electrical Lead to head on-site electrical activities for a major data centre project in Sweden. You will coordinate across design teams, contractors, and planners, ensuring timely delivery, strict QA/QC, and adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in electrical construction with leadership and a strong track record in coordinating complex electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or similar.
• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in electrical construction with leadership background.
• Proven experience managing electrical systems on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical coordination, sequencing, and programme delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all Electrical activities across the project lifecycle.
• Oversee and coordinate day-to-day electrical site operations with the wider project team.
• Ensure QA/QC processes are implemented and maintained in line with project specifications and standards.
• Coordinate project schedules with Planners, Project Managers, subcontractors, consultants, and design teams.
• Manage electrical subcontractor performance, including progress tracking, manpower planning, and coordination meetings.
• Ensure all subcontractor documentation, including safety documentation, is maintained and up to date.
• Chair and attend Site Meetings, Engineering Reviews, Planning Meetings, and Handover Meetings.
• Liaise with the design team to ensure construction information and technical submissions are aligned with programme requirements.
• Review drawings, technical submittals, and ensure effective coordination of electrical systems.
• Drive health & safety standards and promote a strong safety culture across electrical activities.
• Support commercial management through tracking variations, cost control, and attendance at weekly commercial meetings.
• Prepare and issue progress reports to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Oversee electrical snagging activities and ensure timely close-out.
• Proactively identify, manage, and resolve technical, design, and coordination issues.

Skills

Electrical leadership

Project coordination

Quality assurance

Safety leadership

Subcontractor management

Electrical installation

Data centre experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or similar

Job description

Winthrop Technologies Ltd invites an experienced Electrical Lead to head on-site electrical activities for a major data centre project in Sweden. You will coordinate across design teams, contractors, and planners, ensuring timely delivery, strict QA/QC, and adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in electrical construction with leadership and a strong track record in coordinating complex electrical systems.