Electrical Project Manager

About Nscale

At Nscale, we are building the infrastructure for Europe’s AI revolution. Nscale are developing cutting-edge sovereign generative AI solutions, powered by a new generation of high-performance, sustainable data centres and GPUs built specifically for AI workloads.

The growth of artificial intelligence is driving unprecedented global demand for compute and GPU infrastructure. Nscale is positioned at the heart of this transformation — building the platforms that will enable the next decade of innovation.

Nscale are working closely with the world’s most advanced AI technology providers, integrating next-gen compute hardware and GPU clusters in both partner and Nscale built facilities. This is an opportunity to join Nscale’s journey, play a key role in delivering transformative AI infrastructure, and help shape a company designed to scale rapidly across Europe and beyond.

About the Role

The Electrical Project Manager will lead electrical system delivery for Nscale’s hyperscale data centre projects. You will manage the technical execution of electrical packages from design coordination through construction, commissioning, and handover. This owner-side role demands deep knowledge of high-voltage, low-voltage, UPS, and backup generation systems. You will ensure electrical works are designed, installed, and commissioned to meet Nscale’s safety, performance, and quality standards, while maintaining seamless integration with other building systems.

What You’ll be Doing 

• Coordinate and oversee all electrical construction activities, ensuring works meet design intent, schedule, and technical standards.
• Ensure compliance with local electrical codes, statutory requirements, applicable standards, and HSE regulations relevant to the project location
• Review and validate design drawings, submittals, and technical documentation for constructability and compliance.
• Manage on-site interfaces between electrical systems and other disciplines (Mechanical, Controls, CSA).
• Manage the electrical interface with grid/utility providers and enabling works, including grid connection readiness, energisation planning, LOTO requirements, permit-to-work coordination and safe handover into commissioning.
• Monitor and report on progress, identify risks, and support schedule recovery planning across all electrical packages, ensuring visibility and alignment across the wider delivery team.
• Oversee quality assurance, inspections, and testing throughout installation and commissioning phases.
• Support integrated systems testing (IST) and ensure complete verification and documentation of electrical systems.
• Conduct regular coordination meetings with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to maintain alignment and resolve issues.
• Promote a culture of safety, technical excellence, and continuous improvement across all project activities.

About You (Skills / Qualifications)

• 7+ years’ experience managing electrical delivery including within data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Degree or alternative qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong understanding of HV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, power conditioning, and controls systems essential.
• Strong commissioning (CX) expertise across all MV/LV power systems, including active support of Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
• Proven experience in coordinating design, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with Norwegian electrical regulations and practices, including FEF/FEL, NEK standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiar with project reporting and scheduling tools
• Fluent in English; Norwegian advantageous.
• Experience with Norwegian construction sites, contractors or regulatory environments is advantageous
• Willingness to be site-based in Norway.

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