Project Manager · On-site
Location:
Region: Vienna
Country: Austria
Role:
- Industry: Engineering, Technology
- Job Type: Contract / Freelance
Working Arrangement: (On-site)
Rate: Negotiable
Application Details:
- Date Posted:
Start Date: ASAP
Expiry Date: 31/03/2026
Job Reference: 1002202619
Project Manager · On-site
Electrical Lead (Freelance) – Data Center Project
Location - Austria
- Freelance / Contract (B2B)
- Start: February
- Duration: 12 months
- Client: Main Contractor (GC)
- Project Type: Large-Scale Data Center
The Electrical Lead will represent the Main Contractor on site and take full responsibility for the delivery of the electrical package on a major data center project in Austria.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Package Management
- Full ownership of the electrical scope on behalf of the GC.
- Manage and coordinate electrical subcontractors across all work fronts.
- Review electrical designs, technical submittals, RFIs, and change requests.
- Coordinate interfaces with CSA, mechanical, commissioning, and client teams.
Construction & Programme
- Drive electrical works in line with the master construction programme.
- Track progress, productivity, and manpower.
- Identify risks, constraints, and mitigation measures.
- Provide accurate progress reporting to project leadership.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with Austrian electrical regulations and standards (OVE, ÖNORM, IEC).
- Enforce GC HSE standards and electrical safety best practices.
- Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, and permits to work.
- Lead inspections, snagging, and quality close-out.
Commissioning & Handover
- Support electrical commissioning and energisation activities.
- Coordinate authority approvals and grid connection interfaces.
- Support Integrated Systems Testing (IST).
- Ensure completion of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and handover documentation.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Electrical Engineering qualification or equivalent trade background.
- Proven experience as an Electrical Lead / Electrical Manager on data center or mission-critical projects.
- Strong knowledge of MV/LV systems, UPS, generators, and redundancy concepts (N, N+1, 2N).
- Experience working for a Main Contractor (GC) on large-scale projects.
- Solid understanding of Austrian standards and regulations (OVE, ÖNORM).
- Strong subcontractor management and on-site leadership skills.
Desirable
- Previous freelance / B2B contract experience in Austria or EU.
- Data center project experience in DACH region.
- German language skills (preferred but not essential depending on team structure).
- Experience through commissioning and handover phases.
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